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A Real-Time App-Based Study

Posted on August 11th, 2022 by orchard@admin

Anglia Ruskin University is looking for participants for a real-time app-based study looking at how people experience distressful worries and anxieties about becoming contaminated (in general and with Covid-19), and how relatives can support them throughout their daily lives. They are recruiting pairs of participants – those with contamination fears and their chosen relative – and […]

Study investigating the effects of median nerve stimulation at the wrist on OCD symptoms

Posted on August 3rd, 2022 by orchard@admin

The School of Psychology, University of Nottingham are looking for participants with a diagnosis of OCD who live in the UK and are aged 12 years old or older to take part in a study investigating the effects of median nerve stimulation at the wrist on OCD symptoms. They have previously shown the effectiveness of this technique in reducing the urge […]

Dr Lynn Drummond Video Series

Posted on August 2nd, 2022 by orchard@admin

Dr Lynn Drummond has filmed a video series about OCD. Dr Lynn Drummond has also released a new book called “Everything you need to know about OCD” – check it out here. WHAT IS OCD? TREATMENT FOR OCD THE EFFECT OCD CHILDREN & OCD PANDAS ADOLESCENTS & OCD

New research study: Understanding Thoughts and Behaviours in Emetophobia and Panic

Posted on April 25th, 2022 by orchard@admin

The University of Oxford is investigating the differential diagnostic profiles of panic disorder and emetophobia in young people. They are looking to recruit young people (11-17 years) with emetophobia, panic disorder and healthy controls. Emetophobia? Emetophobia is a fear of throwing up. Emetophobia can have huge overlaps with OCD. You can participate in the survey here.

Latin American OCD Research Study

Posted on April 19th, 2022 by orchard@admin

The Storch Lab at the Baylor College of Medicine is conducting a study looking at OCD individuals of Latin American descent aged 7-89 years old with symptoms of OCD. Their research goals are: Identify genetic factors contributing to the development of OCD Diversify ancestry represented in OCD research Improve OCD treatment in the future Who can participate […]

Interview with Jason Adams (Author of OCDad)

Posted on April 15th, 2022 by orchard@admin

In this week’s blog, Orchard interviewed Jason Adams, author of OCDad, on his experiences living with OCD and raising children.   1. Hi Jason, please tell us a bit about yourself? I’m a dad of twins, a writer, a teacher and a musician.  I was born and raised in Ontario, Canada, although I’ve lived in […]

Biohaven OCD Study – join the latest clinical trial

Posted on April 13th, 2022 by orchard@admin

Are you aged between 18 – 65 and have OCD? Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust is looking for participants for their clinical trial. The purpose of their trial is to test the study medication Troriluzole which is being tested for OCD. The study is for you if: You are aged 18 – 65 You […]

OCD Study: to examine those with OCD who have had at least one inpatient hospitalization

Posted on April 11th, 2022 by orchard@admin

The OCD & Related Disorders lab at Baylor College of Medicine is conducting a study to examine the experiences of individuals with OCD who have had at least one inpatient hospitalization. Participation involves answering questions in an online survey about your thoughts, feelings, and experiences related to inpatient hospital stay(s). They are recruiting participants who are: at […]

Orchard’s brand new 2021 Impact Report is out now!

Posted on April 11th, 2022 by orchard@admin

We have been hard at work producing our first impact report. Please take a look below to find out what we got up to in 2021 and our impact on OCD research & more:

New OCD Research – Participate In A Quick Survey

Posted on April 11th, 2022 by orchard@admin

Dr. Nicole McLaughlin and Gabriela Rivera work at Butler Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island. They are seeking to gain a better understanding of the knowledge of and attitudes towards neuro-circuitry based treatments (such as transcranial magnetic stimulation or neurosurgery) in those with OCD. They would appreciate your time in filling out their survey to help […]

Important Psilocybin Study Update

Posted on April 11th, 2022 by orchard@admin

we expect our Psilocybin study to start early next year! If you are interested in registering your interest then please email Dr Kirran Ahmad at k.ahmad@imperial.ac.uk.

Brand new OCD Webinar – “OCD & Hoarding”

Posted on March 24th, 2022 by orchard@admin

We are really excited to announce a brand new webinar in partnership with Made of Millions. TV journalist & Orchard trustee, Sean Fletcher will be interviewing Dr Sharon Morein, an Associate Professor at Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, on “OCD & Hoarding”. Our brand new webinar will be hosted on Made of Millions Youtube & Facebook page Tuesday 5th April at 4pm […]