Combined d-Cycloserine and Intensive Behaviour Therapy for Children and Youth with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder [ 2014 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Lara Farrell (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Brett McDermott ,  A/Pr Daniel Geller ,  A/Pr Evelin Tiralongo ,  Prof Allison Waters
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Brief description Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a debilitating mental health condition in childhood, and sadly, only about 50% of children are diagnosis-free following our best treatments. This study will test an innovate and safe treatment alternative, involving combining evidence-based psychological treatment with a small dose of anti-tuberculosis drug, d-Cycloserine.

Funding Amount $285,000.00

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant