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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 clinics 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.
All studies at the ATRC have been reviewed and approved by the Research
Ethics Board at St. Joseph's Healthcare, Hamilton.
To read about
some of the previous research work done by our Staff/Researchers,
see the following link to
Staff/Researchers Publications
CURRENT PROJECTS at the ATRC:
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.

Understanding
Stress in General Anxiety Disorder
Contact Person:
Joelle LeMoult
ATRCresearch@gmail.com
Description:
This study is
looking at how people with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
respond to different moods, such as relaxation and stress. We also
are hoping to better understand why people respond differently in
order to improve treatment for anxiety disorders.
The study is
open to people who are planning to participate in group treatment
for GAD. We would invite you to the Anxiety Treatment and Research
Centre for approximately 2.5 hours one afternoon before treatment.
You would fill out some questionnaires, complete tasks on the
computer, and rate your mood during different activities. To thank
you for your help, you will receive $20 plus the cost of parking.
To find out
more about this opportunity, please email
ATRCresearch@gmail.com.
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