Bradley Hospital’s Pediatric Anxiety Research Center celebrates 25 years

THE PEDIATRIC ANXIETY Research Center at Bradley Hospital recently hosted its annual reunion for program graduates and celebrated its 25th anniversary. Pictured from left are Dr. Amy Egolf, lead psychiatrist; Director Jennifer Freeman; and Michael Walther, clinical director. / COURTESY LIFESPAN CORP.

EAST PROVIDENCE – Bradley Hospital’s Pediatric Anxiety Research Center recently hosted its annual reunion for program graduates and celebrated its 25th anniversary.

The reunion attracted more than 250 attendees and allowed graduates of the Partial Program for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Related Disorders to reunite with staff and fellow graduates. It also offered an opportunity to address the stigma associated with OCD, anxiety and mental illness.

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PARC is a nationally recognized program focused on advancing research and treatment for children and adolescents facing OCD, OC-spectrum disorders and anxiety disorders. Since it was founded in 1999, PARC has provided evidence-based assessments and behavioral and pharmacological treatments through research and clinical care, including both outpatient and partial hospital programs.

Each service offered by PARC is meant to lead to improvements in the lives of children and adolescents struggling with anxiety disorders.

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“The success of this reunion speaks volumes about the impact of PARC’s program and the unwavering commitment of our dedicated staff. It’s great when we can come together to celebrate our shared success,” said Jennifer Freeman, director of PARC. “We are excited to continue our mission of delivering innovative treatments and advancing research for children and adolescents facing OCD and anxiety disorders.”

Katie Castellani is a PBN staff writer. You may contact her at Castellani@PBN.com.

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