Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Program
Members of the Baylor College of Medicine OCD Program Team offer individualized evidenced-based treatment for individuals with OCD.
Efforts Address Mental Health Impact of Hurricane Harvey
Hurricane Harvey affected Houston and neighboring areas in a profound way. Flooding, property destruction, homelessness and multiple other stressors occurred during and in the aftermath, affecting millions. Disasters such as this can bring on marked distress, contributing to the onset of mental health problems and/or exacerbating pre-existing concerns.
Dr. Shah Named Children’s Mental Health Champion
The Center for School Behavioral Health at Mental Health America of Greater Houston recognized Dr. Shah for his outstanding contributions to children's behavioral health and well-being in the community during a May 7 ceremony.
Post-Harvey Trauma
Counselors, psychologists, social workers and educators from 10 area school districts learned to identify symptoms of post-Hurricane Harvey traumatic stress in children at a recent symposium hosted by Baylor psychiatrists. From left, Dr. Asim Shah, professor in the Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science, who led the program, and presenters Dr. Nizete-Ly Valles, Dr. Asna Matin, Dr. Stephanie Hernandez and Dr. Sophia Banu, assistant professors in the department.
Dr. Bella Schanzer Named Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs
Dr. Bella Schanzer has been named vice chair for clinical affairs for the Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Baylor College of Medicine, effective Jan. 1. Read more.
