International OCD Foundation

What role could artificial intelligence play in the future of OCD treatment? IOCDF’s Artificial Intelligence Special Interest Group aims to find out. See their latest blog for a primer on AI and join the group to contribute to discussions on this emerging approach. Read more: https://bit.ly/4hqM5ir

Join us for a special Research Roundtable focused on OCD and the immune system. Guests Christopher Pittenger, MD, PhD, Jennifer Frankovich, MD, and Donatella Marazziti, MD, will join hosts Jon Abramowitz, PhD, and Kyle King for an in-depth discussion on research about OCD and the immune system.

We're so proud to see IOCDF Lead Advocate Tom Smalley featured in USA Weightlifting. Tom is breaking barriers by competing as an Adaptive Athlete; read more about his inspiring journey: https://bit.ly/3Z1R95J. "I didn't let OCD take away my life again, and that's been a big thing for me when people ask me why I compete in an adaptive category. It's like I’m telling OCD ‘No, I'm not letting you take my life again. I'm not letting you take everything I have."

Looking to connect with others in the OCD Community? As IOCDF Advocate Kyra shares, conferences like our upcoming Online OCD Conference are an excellent opportunity to come together, learn from experts, and engage with others who understand your journey. Our Online OCD Conference is taking place November 23-24. Register: https://bit.ly/3Apl1j0

IOCDF National Advocate Ethan Smith leans on his own lived experiences navigating OCD to create a candid space for anyone (from anywhere) to discuss the OCD and related disorders issues most important to them.

Did you know OCD affects up to 5% of U.S. Veterans? Join IOCDF for a special Town Hall Livestream focused on supporting our Veterans' mental health. Special guests Caitlin Pinciotti, PhD, Shannon Shy, Gabriella Ponzini, PhD, and Nathaniel Van Kirk, PhD, will gather to discuss this important topic and share insights on resources and support.

The holiday season can be especially challenging for those affected by OCD and related disorders, such as body dysmorphic disorder and hoarding disorder. At the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF), we are dedicated to ensuring that everyone facing these challenges has access to critical resources and community support, so they don’t have to struggle alone. Explore all the ways you can give back this season: iocdf.org/waystogive

OCD affects up to 5% of veterans and can be challenging to address due to stigma, lack of access to care, or misperceptions of OCD. Join us Tuesday, Nov. 12 for a special discussion on Supporting our Veterans' Mental Health: Navigating the Challenges of OCD and Related Disorders.

Prescribers face unique challenges when it comes to providing excellent patient care. They hold a critical responsibility to stay informed on the latest best practices, research findings, and emerging trends in their field. The International OCD Foundation is committed to helping providers access the vital information they need to treat individuals with OCD and related disorders. That’s why we’re offering a dedicated prescribers’ track at the 2024 Online OCD Conference, November 23-24, where psychiatrists, psychiatric nurses, and primary care physicians can hear expert guidance on pharmacotherapy and neuromodulatory treatments for OCD and OC-related disorders. Every session in the prescribers’ track is eligible for 1.25 continuing medical education credits for clinicians who attend. This track is a valuable opportunity for all prescribers to learn more about treating OCD and related disorders, to connect with other prescribers, and to be a part of the OCD and related disorders community. Register now: https://bit.ly/4egOiKw

Don't take our word for it; hear from attendees about why you should attend our upcoming Online OCD Conference! From the latest research to treatment insights to compelling personal stories, this conference has something for everyone. Taking place November 23–24 you can register for this online event today at https://bit.ly/3Apl1j0.