Center for OCD, Anxiety & Related Disorders
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COVID-19
Tips for parents during COVID-19 crisis
Many people are struggling to juggle work, parenting and now suddenly homeschooling their children during the COVID-19 crisis. Dr. Andrea Guastello…
Self Care during COVID-19
IOCDF gives some tips on self care during COVID-19. Washing your hands and practicing social distancing are great practical ways to take care of your…
BDD-Related Quarantine Tips During COVID-19
The following blog article, published by IOCDF, will focus on implementing healthy coping strategies, maintaining therapeutic progress, and…
In the NEWs
Will There Be A Therapeutic Role for Psilocybin?
Carol Matthews, M.D., speaks to the history of this class of molecules, and to the current research exploring its potential role as a…
OCD Is Not What You Think from the International…
OCD is NOT an adjective. You are not being “SO OCD” right now if you are washing your hands thoroughly. An individual with OCD has a psychiatric…
UF Health opens Center for Autism and…
UF Health leaders cut the ribbon on its new Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment on Feb. 20, a multidisciplinary, collaborative facility that…
Events Happening
UF Health CAN Ribbon Cutting
It is with great excitement that I share the news that the UF Health CAN ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place on Thursday, February 20th. The…
New funding opportunities through McKnight Brain…
The MBI Outreach and Education Committee is pleased to announce a new round of funding to support neuroscience research at UF. There are funding…
Free parenting strategies for children with…
You are invited to learn more about parenting strategies for children with anxiety at a free workshop sponsored by the Alachua County Council of PTAs…
fEar Facers
“The Daily” Follows Up with Ella Maners on Her…
The Daily revisits the podcast interview with Ella Maners and how she confronted her obsessive compulsive disorder at Fear Facer Camp.
A Special Episode for Kids: The Fear Facer
Ella Maners talks with Michael Barbaro from The New York Times, The Daily about her OCD, Anxiety and Fears.
Fear Facers Summer Camp featured in The New York…
In it’s third year, the Fear Facers Summer Camp is receiving recognition by the New York Times. Fear Facers Summer Camp is a one- or two-week camp…
Programs and treatment
Clinic for OCD, Anxiety, & Related Disorders
We treat adults, adolescents and children with OCD, Tourette Syndrome (TS), hoarding disorders, body dysmorphic disorders, hair pulling & skin picking disorders, and anxiety disorders in our Gainesville, Florida location. Located in the heart of a major medical center, we collaborate across discipline to provide the best care possible.
Participate in Research
Researcher in the Center for OCD, Anxiety, and Related Disorders are conducting studies to understand the causes of various disorders. We are looking for volunteers.
Fear Facers Camp
Children and adolescents with obsessive-compulsive disorder and/or anxiety are invited to join us this summer for a one- or two-week camp session. In addition to daily therapy, participants between the ages of 7 and 15 will experience activities that allow for personal growth and improved behaviors.
COARD & Community Calendar
College Calendar
Upcoming Events
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Jun 05
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COARD Research Seminar
2:00pm to 3:00pm
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Jun 12
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COARD Research Seminar
2:00pm to 3:00pm
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Jun 19
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COARD Research Seminar
2:00pm to 3:00pm
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Jun 26
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COARD Research Seminar
2:00pm to 3:00pm
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Jul 03
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COARD Research Seminar
2:00pm to 3:00pm
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Summer Camp 2020
Fear Facers Summer Camp
Canceled
Unfortunately, we had to go ahead and cancel camp. In the meantime, our team is hard at work brainstorming helpful ways to provide information about OCD and related disorders to you and your family. Please look out for updates from us detailing free online resources!
