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11 August 2008 Genetic Mutation Linked to Anxiety Disorders
11 August 2008

Genetic Mutation Linked to Anxiety Disorders

Research published in the current issue of Behavioural Neuroscience links a genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders, including OCD, to a mutation in the COMT gene.

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11 August 2008 Living with OCD
11 August 2008

Living with OCD

On a wait list for Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Huw Davies of the UK discusses his symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

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07 August 2008 Free OCD Guide for College Students
07 August 2008

Free OCD Guide for College Students

College students with questions about OCD can turn to a new free publication from OCD Chicago, Overcoming OCD: A Guide for College Students.

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