Research and Reviews

Current Topics in OCD & Spectrum Disorders

To increase awareness of and to highlight recent discoveries, scientific findings and the current understanding of OCD, we are providing regular reviews of research articles. We will regularly chose a recent or important older article and introduce its main findings and lessons learned.

Please note that these reviews are merely a popularization of the articles; thus, the intricacies of the results and the authors' explanations may not be provided in full and/or the messages of the articles may be generalized so that lay readers can understand the main point of the article. In addition, these reviews do not constitute a recommendation for/against or judgement of any of the treatments or opinions discussed.

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Announcements & News

Online and Phone Therapy

The Westwood Institute for anxiety Disorders is extending our services to online and telephone therapy to clients around the world struggling with OCD and related disorders. This method is cost-effective, which benefits clients with restrictions that do not allow them to leave their homes. The American Psychological Association has provided distance therapy to be safe and reliable. Furthermore, there are numerous studies and client testimonies that have indicated success through this method. In 1997, California established phone and online therapy to be legal. Be assured that all client information will always remain private and safe. If you have any further questions, please feel free to email us.

Due to the current pandemic (COVID-19), we are extending our services to full online and phone therapy to our clients.


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