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We are continually trying to learn
more about the causes of anxiety and the best ways to help people
to overcome their anxiety problems. Our staff are internationally
known for publishing numerous books and scientific papers on the
nature and treatment for anxiety disorders. Through research at
the ATRC and similar Centres around the world, there have been enormous
advances in the treatment of anxiety in recent years. Eligibility for participation in these studies is determined by clinical and research staff following your initial intake. Participation is never mandatory, and a decision to decline study participation will in no way detract from or interfere with your treatment. Current Projects at the ATRC: Self-Portrayal Processes in Social Anxiety Contact Person Amanda Adams Tel: 905-522-1155, ext. 32924 Email: aadams@stjoes.ca
Description
Previous research suggests that the way a person sees themselves and what aspects of themselves they show to others can contribute to their social anxiety. For example, some people might be worried about revealing that they are anxious by blushing or sweating, while others might be worried about revealing aspects of their personality (e.g., “Others will find me boring”). This study aims to understand self-portrayal concerns in social anxiety in order to ensure that these concerns are adequately addressed in treatment for social anxiety. Understanding Treatment Non-Response in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: A Pilot Study Contact Person Karen Rowa, Ph.D. Tel: 905-522-1155, ext. 33656 Email: krowa@stjoes.ca Description This study is examining the characteristics of people who do and do not fully respond to cognitive behavioural therapy for obsessive compulsive disorder. With this information, we hope to improve our current treatments to make sure that people get as much benefit as possible from the treatment. Anyone receiving CBT for OCD at our centre is eligible to participate. Near the beginning of your treatment sessions (i.e., between sessions 3 and 5), we would ask you to complete some questionnaires about how much the explanation of your treatment makes sense. After treatment is complete, you would complete an interview with one of our staff members asking about the severity of your OCD symptoms as well as a variety of questionnaires.
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