Publications Available from ARCVic

Nine, Ten, Do It Again: A Guide To Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Kathryn I'Anson, Director, OCADF, 1997. 2nd Ed.
Provides information about the nature, symptoms and causes of this disorder, and a guide to the types of treatment which are effective in alleviating and controlling obsessions and compulsions. The book includes a section on self-help strategies, and a 'how to help' section for families or carers. Also included are quotes, stories and poems by people and families living with OCD.
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A Guide for Young People with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Kathryn I'Anson and Rod Carne, 2005.
Written for teenagers, this booklet explains anxiety and obsessive compulsive symptoms. The booklet aims to help young people to better understand their symptoms, including why obsessions won't go away and why it is so hard to stop doing compulsions. A brief description of effective cognitive behaviour approaches to dealing with OCD is also provided. The information in this booklet was first developed for a group therapy program for young people aged 14 years old with OCD, and received positive feedback.
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Social Anxiety Disorder: Theory & Management

Edited & produced by OCAD Foundation Victoria (ARCVic).
A Collection of papers derived from the 1st Australian Summit On Social Anxiety Disorder, Melb., 1996.
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Speaking From Experience: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Produced by Speaking From Experience Pty Ltd with the assistance of the Anxiety Recovery Centre Victoria.
A video produced for people with OCD and their families. The video provides information about OCD from the perspective of six people who have lived with OCD for many years. The video includes segments on early signs of OCD, diagnosis and reaction, the symptoms of OCD, understanding OCD, other mental health issues, impact on life, family and relationships, telling other people, treatment, support and recovery. Available in DVD or VHS. (Duration 43 minutes)

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Speaking From Experience: Depression

Produced by Speaking From Experience Pty Ltd with the assistance of SANE Australia.
This video offers first hand accounts from six people about the impact depression has had on their lives. The video includes segments on: early signs, 'breaking down', diagnosis, defining depression, impact on lifestyle, suicidal tendencies, family and relationships, study and employment, professional support and other management techniques. (Duration 43 minutes).
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