Studies / Surveys

Are you looking for group treatment with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy?

If you are:

  • Between the ages of 18 and 65
  • Have a current diagnosis of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Are willing to undergo a non-invasive brain scan that records brain activity

You may be eligible to participate in a research study on brain activity before and after group talk therapy for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder within the Mood and Anxiety Program at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health.

For more information, please call 416-260-4209
to leave a confidential voice message.

For more information on programs and services at CAMH
please visit www.camh.net or call 416-535-8501 (1-800-463-6273).

Submitted: October 30, 2007


 

GENETIC STUDY OF OCD
Do you have OCD? Does your family know?

We are currently doing a research study that is looking at possible genetic factors in OCD. We are looking for people with a primary diagnosis of OCD who have family members who are willing to participate. Family members who can participate include: any family members that have experienced OCD symptoms, tics or hair pulling difficulties (including aunts, uncles, and cousins with their consent); one/or both natural parents, regardless of whether or not they have experienced OCD symptoms; one or more siblings, regardless of whether or not they have experienced OCD symptoms.

Your involvement in this study and any information given will be kept confidential to the extent permitted by law. Participants will be offered a modest cash honorarium to compensate for time spent participating in this study. This study is being conducted by Drs. Peggy Richter, Paul Arnold and James Kennedy at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto Ontario, Canada.

For more information, please contact our research coordinator, Eliza Burroughs:
Tel: 416-535-8501 ext.4829;
Email: eliza_burroughs@camh.net
Address: 250 College Street
Toronto, Ontario
M5T 1R8

Education and Support Group
For Family Members and Partners of a Loved One diagnosed with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Families, partners & friends of someone diagnosed with OCD face unique challenges providing emotional and practical support. This 8 week group is designed to help you take better care of yourself as you support your loved one

Topics Include:

  • Overview of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Medical and Psychosocial Treatments; Stress Management
  • Communication Strategies; Problem Management; Crisis Management
  • Working with Systems; Wrap Up & Planning for the future

When:
Tuesdays: 5:00-6:30pm
October 21 - December 9, 2008
Where:
CAMH - 250 College Street

Co-facilitators
Karen Fournier, Social Worker, Mood Disorder Clinic
Naomi Mitchell, Social Worker, Mood Disorder Clinic
Contact: Naomi Mitchell
416-535-8501 x 6342