Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (Adult) Research Study
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Genetics of Obsessive-Compulsive Research Study
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If you have been diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) you and your family may be able to participate in an OCD research study. The purpose of this study is to identify genes that affect susceptibility to OCD. By identifying genes that increase or decrease the risk of OCD, researchers can better understand how the condition develops and ultimately improve treatment for people with OCD. OCD is a severe, familial condition that affects approximately 2% of the population. The way OCD is inherited is not clearly understood, but researchers believe it is complex and involves multiple genes. This study will detect and localize genes that increase or decrease susceptibility to OCD. The data collected from this study will be combined with data from other research studies to determine gene linkage and association.
Eligible volunteers will contribute in three ways: A confidential questionnaire packet, an interview and a sample of blood. Travel is not needed. You will receive monetary compensation for participating in this study.
To find out if you qualify or for more information, please call 301-496-8977 or toll free at 1-866-644-4363,
or email us at kazubad@mail.nih.gov.
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (Adult) Research Study
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OCD Sibling Study (Adult)
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We are examining the causes of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) by looking at the relationship between OCD, the brain, and genetic factors. We are enrolling sibling pairs (ages 18-55) where one sibling has the diagnosis of OCD and the other does not. Siblings must be full siblings (same mother and father).
The 1-day study involves a structured psychiatric interview, psychological testing, a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scan, and a brief blood draw. Financial compensation and travel assistance is provided.
To find out if you qualify or for more information, please call 301-496-0851 or toll-free at 888-254-3823 or email us at sharpw@mail.nih.gov.
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