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Now Accepting Nominations for the 2026 NIH Matilda White Riley Distinguished Lecture

Read more the annual event honoring the legacy of Dr. Matilda White Riley and how to nominate an outstanding social and behavioral scientist to give this year’s lecture.

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OBSSR Connector April Newsletter

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BSSR Highlights

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When Stress and Chemical Exposures Collide: How Psychosocial Experiences May Shape Birth Outcomes

Severe Early Childhood Housing Insecurity Linked to Depression Risk in Young Adulthood

Young Adults Display Distinct Sleep-Circadian Patterns That Change Over Time

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BSSR Accomplishments

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Many people that are diagnosed with OCD experience serious impairment in areas such as meeting work obligations, household maintenance, and social and intimate relationships. BSSR has been pivotal in developing interventions that can reduce OCD symptoms long-term.

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