Beyond OCD Media Center
For more information, contact Beyond OCD at 773-661-9530 or email our Executive Director, Ellen Sawyer, at esawyer@beyondocd.org
Beyond OCD’s Media Center provides accurate, up-to-date information for journalists about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). We hope the resources on our web site will help you in your coverage of OCD and its frequently debilitating effects.
Beyond OCD is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people who suffer with OCD and those who care about them. It serves as a resource for individuals, teens, college students, families, mental health professionals, educators, clergy and the media. For more information about Beyond OCD, click here.
Resources for Journalists
You’re probably aware of certain television programs and movies that feature characters who are supposed to have OCD. These people are often portrayed as “quirky” comedy figures. Anyone who actually suffers with this disorder – or anyone who knows someone with it – is painfully aware that OCD is no laughing matter.
Journalists are in a unique position to influence how OCD is perceived by the public. We are committed to helping you understand OCD and how it affects the lives of millions of men, women, and children in the U.S. and around the world.
In addition to our web site resources, you can download or request a copy of any of our OCD Guides for adults, parents, teens and college students. Download now or request printed copies.
Listed below are some links to frequently requested information. You can get more detailed information on our web site in the OCD Facts and Individuals sections for adults, as well as the Parents section for parents helping adult children, young children and teens.
To arrange for an expert interview, please contact our Executive Director, Ellen Sawyer: 773-661-9530 or esawyer@beyondocd.org. Our experts include members of our Board of Directors and our Scientific Advisory Board.
Frequently Requested Information
About OCD
Who is affected by OCD
OCD Treatment
OCD in the News
News stories are regularly updated on our web site.
