Pediatric Anxiety Research Center | Bradley Hospital
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About the Pediatric Anxiety Research Center (PARC)
PARC has provided assessment and treatment for children with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and other anxiety disorders through research studies and an outpatient anxiety clinic since 1999. PARC includes leading mental health professionals, researchers in the pursuit of life-changing research, and educators with a passion for patient-centered care. Each of PARC's offered services is designed to bring about vital improvements in the lives of children with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) or other forms of anxiety.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is characterized by recurrent, intrusive thoughts called "obsessions" and ritualized or repetitive behaviors called "compulsions." Anxiety disorders include generalized anxiety disorder, separation anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, specific phobias, panic disorder, agoraphobia, and selective mutism.
PARC provides exposure-based cognitive behavioral therapy. Exposure is a type of therapy where therapists help people gradually face fears in a safe environment to break the cycle of avoidance and worry. Exposure is not dangerous or new. In fact, it is a well-established treatment shown to be effective in hundreds of research studies across kids, teens, and adults. Exposure is believed to help people by reducing their anxious reaction to situations with repeated practice, build confidence around managing anxiety, and create new learning experiences. Exposure is a type of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and is a recommended first-line treatment for anxiety according to numerous professional groups.
Intensive Program for OCD and Anxiety:
401-432-1588
Outpatient Services:
401-432-1469
For additional information about PARC, visit
parcanxiety.org
.
The Pediatric Anxiety Research Center (PARC) at Bradley Hospital holds an annual reunion where hundreds of patients celebrate their success after finishing treatment through the program. Watch the video to learn more and meet the expert team offering specialized care to patients and families.
Watch this video to learn how clinicians at Bradley Hospital's PARC make children's mental health care more accessible, effective, patient-centered, and inclusive.
Learn more about the innovative anxiety disorders research and clinical trials we are currently conducting.
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Skip to main content
Search for Resources & Information
Header Image Media
Pediatric Anxiety Research Center
Pediatric Anxiety Research Center
Conditions We Treat
Our Services
Our Care Team
Anxious Kids: Five Questions with Jennifer Freeman, PhD
Research at the Pediatric Anxiety Research Center
Investigating the Role of AI in Psychotherapy
PARC Resources for Children and Adults with OCD
Flexible Content
About the Pediatric Anxiety Research Center (PARC)
PARC has provided assessment and treatment for children with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and other anxiety disorders through research studies and an outpatient anxiety clinic since 1999. PARC includes leading mental health professionals, researchers in the pursuit of life-changing research, and educators with a passion for patient-centered care. Each of PARC's offered services is designed to bring about vital improvements in the lives of children with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) or other forms of anxiety.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is characterized by recurrent, intrusive thoughts called "obsessions" and ritualized or repetitive behaviors called "compulsions." Anxiety disorders include generalized anxiety disorder, separation anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, specific phobias, panic disorder, agoraphobia, and selective mutism.
PARC provides exposure-based cognitive behavioral therapy. Exposure is a type of therapy where therapists help people gradually face fears in a safe environment to break the cycle of avoidance and worry. Exposure is not dangerous or new. In fact, it is a well-established treatment shown to be effective in hundreds of research studies across kids, teens, and adults. Exposure is believed to help people by reducing their anxious reaction to situations with repeated practice, build confidence around managing anxiety, and create new learning experiences. Exposure is a type of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and is a recommended first-line treatment for anxiety according to numerous professional groups.
Intensive Program for OCD and Anxiety:
401-432-1588
Outpatient Services:
401-432-1469
For additional information about PARC, visit
parcanxiety.org
.
The Pediatric Anxiety Research Center (PARC) at Bradley Hospital holds an annual reunion where hundreds of patients celebrate their success after finishing treatment through the program. Watch the video to learn more and meet the expert team offering specialized care to patients and families.
Watch this video to learn how clinicians at Bradley Hospital's PARC make children's mental health care more accessible, effective, patient-centered, and inclusive.
Learn more about the innovative anxiety disorders research and clinical trials we are currently conducting.
Related Blog Posts
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Token Title Display
School Re-entry and Calming Kids’ Anxiety After a Medical Leave
Header Image Media
Token Title Display
Is My Child Suffering from Anxiety?
Header Image Media
Token Title Display
How to Talk to Kids about Pornography
Related Programs
Outpatient Group Therapy Programs for Kids, Teens and Parents
Intensive Program for OCD and Anxiety Disorders
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