Black Equality in OCD NeuroGenomics (BELONG)
The OCD research programs at the Baylor College of Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in the Department of Psychiatry, and UNC-Chapel Hill are looking for research participants for a study on genetics/neurogenomics and OCD in African American populations.
The purpose of this study is to gain a better understanding of the clinical and genetic aspects of OCD in individuals with Black or African ancestry. This will help us to learn about genes that are associated with the disorder across diverse populations.
To participate, you must fulfill the listed characteristics: Identify as Black/African American, mixed race including Black, or have at least one grandparent who identifies as Black/African American; age 5-70 years old; been diagnosed with OCD at some point in your life or currently experiencing symptoms you think might be OCD
If interested in participating in our study, please contact: BELONGStudy@bcm.edu
Promoting OCD Wellness and Resilience (POWER)
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine are starting a new study on the treatment of pediatric OCD. The purpose is to examine whether cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) can be helpful for children with OCD (7 to 17 years old) to discontinue their medication without relapse over 24 weeks. The study offers free online CBT sessions across 12-18 weeks with trained study therapists in addition to medication management. Eligible participants will also complete a total of four assessments.
If you are interested, would like to learn more about POWER, or would like to see if you are eligible for the study, contact PowerOcdStudy@bcm.edu – or complete a short eligibility survey.
View the study's clinical trials page.
LATINO (The Latin American Trans-Ancestry Initiative for OCD genomics)
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine in collaboration with the University of North Carolina and various collaborators across North and South America are conducting an international study looking at obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in individuals of Latin American, Hispanic, and Brazilian decent ages 7-89. OCD is a complex disorder involving intrusive thoughts which leads to unwanted, repetitive behaviors that can cause distress for the person experiencing the symptoms. The Latin American Trans-Ancestry Initiative for OCD genomics (LATINO) aims to better understand OCD in Latino, Hispanic, and Brazilian people as well as to increase the diversity of OCD genetic databases. The increased knowledge will further advance our ability to detect, diagnose, and treat individuals of Latino ancestry.
Eligible participants will complete a set of questionnaires, participate in a session to assess OCD symptoms, and provide a spit (saliva) sample to gather genetic information. Participants will be provided with a saliva collection kit (with instructions). If you are interested, would like more information, or would like to see if you are eligible for the study, contact latinostudy@bcm.edu.
Comparative Study for Managing OCD and Anxiety Symptoms (COSMOS)
Dr. Eric Storch is conducting a study providing a free therapy intervention to parents and children 7-13 years of age with anxiety and/or OCD symptoms. This program is delivered completely virtually to Texas residents and involves a 12-14 week course of therapy for children with anxiety and/or OCD plus several assessments.
If you are interested or unsure if you meet the requirements, please contact daphne.ayton@bcm.edu, call 832-206-4034, or complete a short contact survey. Visit the Clinical Trials page for more information.
