Amy Rapp

Connecting with others who understand your journey can mean the world. When people “get it,” stigma breaks down, empathy grows, and healing begins. Today’s #TogetherAgainstOCD prompt: Share a time when someone finally “got” your OCD. How did that understanding impact you?

A new piece in @nytimes goes beyond the stereotypes to promote a better understanding of "the many manifestations" of OCD This piece offers an in-depth look at different subtypes and features expert commentary from Scientific and Clinical Advisory Board Member @CRodriguezMDPhD. We're grateful to author @cdcaron for this detailed reporting and for helping to raise awareness of OCD. Read the full article: nyti.ms/43pKGT9

Today is World Maternal Mental Health Awareness Day. We know that oftentimes, mothers are used to putting everyone else in the family first, but as Scheana Shay reminds us, you have to prioritize your own mental health. Scheana bravely opened up about her experience with Postpartum OCD last year and has been a champion for maternal mental health ever since. Postpartum OCD is a condition that affects many new parents but is often misunderstood or overlooked. Visit IOCDF's virtual Perinatal Resource Center for more: iocdf.org/perinatal-ocd/

🧪 Training the next gen of scientists is now more important than ever! 👩🏽‍🔬🧑🏽‍🔬 🚨 PAID summer internship opportunities at our @SeaverAutism for undergrads interested in #autism research 🔬 🧠 🧬 🙏 RT Cc: @panagiog labs.icahn.mssm.edu/derubeislab/wp…

Viewpoint: Recent disruptions and funding cuts at the @NIH undermine the infrastructure and stability of US scientific research, threatening the nation's global leadership and scientific productivity. ja.ma/4hCqqUa

Can #exposuretherapy help more people conquer their fears? Researchers are exploring how it works and how it could benefit a wider range of patients. #MentalHealth #ClinicalScience psychologicalscience.org/publications/o…

It was a joy to meet many wonderful folks at #ACNP2024 who genuinely wanted to learn about #RealOCD! Esp grateful for the openness＋curiosity folks had toward my lived experience＋intersection w/ research🙏🏾 For anyone interested in #OCD＋my story—resharing @NIMHgov’s article!👇🏾

En route to @ACNPorg Annual Meeting! Check out our poster on Tuesday to learn more about preliminary findings from an @IOCDF Michael A. Jenike Young Investigator Award

Pasco and White (2024) explain that to understand Latinx neighborhood environments fully, we must consider adolescents' AND researchers' observations. For more information, click the link below: doi.org/10.1002/ajcp.1…

Trait anxiety-related increases in information sampling were not explained by inferential differences in weighting of new/old information, but rather by different cost-benefit analysis that placed a higher subjective cost to incorrect guesses, even in unambiguous contexts. (6/6)

We tested two potential explanatory models: (1) inferential deficits in the ability to effectively integrate the information provided by drawing a bead, and (2) valuation alterations that influenced the perceived value/cost of drawing a bead. (5/6)

Out today in @CPSYJournal: doi.org/10.5334/cpsy.1… “Transdiagnostic Anxiety-Related Increases in Information Sampling are Associated With Altered Valuation” A team effort with @BrandonAshinoff, Seth Baker, @GuillermoHorga, and @ColumbiaOCD (1/6)

Congratulations to the entire OCD and the Brain team for earning an ERC Public Engagement with Research Award. This prestigious honor recognizes "pioneering work" that involves people beyond specialists. OCD and the Brain is a knowledge hub designed by researchers, @ocdaction , IOCDF, and OCD Community members. It was created to make the latest brain research on OCD more accessible. Access it at: ocdandthebrain.com

Looking for OCD Basics? This brochure is one of many we have available on our website. Check them all out here: bit.ly/40rjy2Q

NIMH is pleased to announce that Anna Lau, Ph.D., has been selected as the 2024 James S. Jackson Memorial Award winner 🎉! Dr. Lau’s research aims to reduce disparities in youth mental health in community settings like schools. Congrats, Dr. Lau! @UCLA go.nih.gov/9iFgHAT

Our online research study (Princeton University) is looking for participants to try a self-help tool for depression symptoms. Learn more: nivlab.princeton.edu/participate/mo…

My PhD student @Gina_M_Belli is conducting a much needed study for her dissertation. She's seeking adults with OCD to share their experiences with primary care providers. Please see below for more information.