Research Overview

The Compulsive and Impulsive Disorders Program is a renowned comprehensive program dedicated to research in obsessive-compulsive spectrum disorders and impulse control spectrum disorders. As experts in this field, we provide diagnosis, treatment, brain imaging and cognitive testing to participants, with the objective of enhancing our understanding of these disabling disorders. Our research aims at developing more effective treatments to improve the quality of life of those suffering from disorders such as obsessive compulsive disorder, body dysmorphic disorder, pathological gambling, binge eating, borderline personality disorder, and other related conditions. Research studies are conducted by experienced research staff of Mount Sinai School of Medicine, including psychiatrists, psychologists, and research assistants.

Resources

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

  • The Obsessive Compulsive Foundation (OCF)
    Web Site: www.ocfoundation.org
    Tel: 203-401-2070
  • The Anxiety Disorders Association of America
    Web Site: www.adaa.org

Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)

Binge Eating

  • The Renfrew Center Foundation
    Web Site: www.renfrew.org
    Tel: (877) 367-3383

Borderline Personality Disorder

  • Treatment and Research Advancements Association for Personality Disorder (TARA Association)
    Web Site: www.tara4bpd.org
    Tel: (888) 4-TARA APD
  • BPD Central
    Web Site: www.bpdcentral.com

Pathological Gambling