Center for OCD, Anxiety & Related Disorders
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COVID-19
Helping Children Cope with Emergencies
People can become more distressed if they see repeated images of a disaster in the media. Early on, consider limiting the amount of exposure you and…
Getting Medications
Are you or someone you know running low on medications? Several pharmacies are allowing early refills and/or 90-day refills on many prescription…
How To Ease Children’s Anxiety About COVID-19
Kids, too, may be feeling worried — especially if they already have an anxiety disorder. Fortunately, there are things we can do to help our…
In the NEWs
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…
Author John Green: Reaching young adults and…
The bestselling author of books like “The Fault in Our Stars,” opens up to 60 Minutes about exploring his fears through his writing
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…
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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Jul 20
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Fear Facers Camp
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Jul 21
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Fear Facers Camp
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Jul 22
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Fear Facers Camp
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Jul 23
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Fear Facers Camp
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Jul 24
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Fear Facers Camp
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Summer Camp
Fear Facers Summer Camp
June 8-12, 2020
Children and adolescents with obsessive-compulsive disorder and/or anxiety are invited to join us next 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.
