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2022 Annual Report

Dear Friends,

The year 2022 was a great year for OCD Louisiana! To start, our small nonprofit would like to offer sincere thanks to outgoing board members for their hard work and leadership through the year, including Caitlin Bussey, BS of Lafayette (outgoing Secretary), Chance McNeely, MPA of Baton Rouge (outgoing Treasurer), and Ashley Royerre Talley, MS, CCC-SLP of Slidell (outgoing Board Member-at-Large). A huge thanks goes to our volunteers who are continuing to serve the organization, including Michele N. Carroll, PsyD of Houma who is continuing in her role as Vice-President and Ashley Rush, MA of Lafayette who is transitioning into her new role as Secretary.

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Participate in a research study by Antioch University Seattle aimed at reducing barriers to treatment for BIPOC individuals with OCD

Racial and Ethnic Disparities in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Aim: The goal of this research is to investigate racial and ethnic inequalities in obsessive-
compulsive disorder (OCD) diagnosis and treatment using an online survey. Survey responses
will help determine whether or not racial and ethnic minorities with OCD experience symptoms
for longer periods of time before receiving treatment than non-Latinx Whites. Responses will
also help identify specific barriers to OCD treatment that may differ for different racial/ethnic
groups.


Who can take part: We are inviting anyone who meets the following criteria: (1) previous or
current OCD diagnosis from a physician or mental health professional, (2) age of 18 years or
older, and (3) status as United States citizen or permanent resident (green card holder)
What we will ask you to do: We will ask participants to complete online questionnaires about
sociodemographic information, OCD treatment history, and barriers to OCD treatment. This
should take about 10 minutes. You will also have the opportunity to enter your email address if
you would like to participate in a follow-up interview to offer deeper insight into barriers to OCD
diagnosis and treatment. These interviews will be conducted via telephone to ensure
confidentiality.


Compensation: As a thank you for taking part in this study, participants who participate in the
follow-up phone interview will be entered in a drawing to win a $100 Amazon gift card.


Contact: If you have any questions, please contact Laura Smestad at lsmestad@antioch.edu.

To take part and find out more:
https://uwartsandsciences.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_20hx5W06jSd7tci

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2023 Hoarding Disorder Online Conference- March 4 & 5 (Saturday & Sunday)

Organized by the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF)


Registration is Open for the Online Hoarding Disorder Conference!


The Online Hoarding Disorder Conference offers an opportunity for professionals —
from therapists and social workers to firefighters and other public safety officials — to
learn how to work effectively and compassionately with individuals with hoarding disorder
(HD).


Who Should Attend?
● Individuals with Hoarding Disorder
● Family Members and Supporters
● Community Providers
● Clinicians and Researchers


Scholarships Available
Financial assistance is available for those who qualify, to apply fill out this
application.


Get details & register at iocdf.org/hdcon.

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PARTICIPATE IN A RESEARCH STUDY ON LGBTQIA+ PEOPLE WITH OCD

Did you know? LGBTQIA+ people are six to nine times more likely to be diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) than their cisgender, heterosexual peers.

Our friends in the Storch Lab at Baylor are conducting a study on OCD in the queer community. They hope their study will help inform more inclusive theories and treatment practices for LGBTQIA+ people with OCD. Please consider participating (if relevant) and sharing widely within the OCD community. Email PrideOCD@bcm.edu or access the survey directly at: https://tinyurl.com/uhsd963h

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November 28th- Messages of Hope: A Holiday Card Making Event in New Orleans

The holidays can be a hard time for those who are away from home to get help with their OCD. Something as simple as a card and a message from the heart can make a huge difference. Along with Rise Center for OCD and Anxiety, we are hosting a holiday card making event on November 28th. These cards will be sent to children, adolescents, and adults who are receiving treatment for OCD and related disorders away from home over the holiday season.

Drop by 3500 Canal St between 4 and 7. Parking available on site. To the left of the main entrance (facing Clark St), press the top buzzer (by the camera) to be let in. Take the elevator to the 2nd floor and proceed to the right, following the hallway to St. Vincent’s Hall. We’ll provide all of the supplies!

This amazing initiative, developed by Not Alone Notes and the IOCDF, is a great way to send messages of hope to those working hard to reclaim their lives from OCD.

Can’t make it, but want to participate? Click here to learn more about sending your cards directly to the IOCDF for distribution.