"THE CHILDREN WHO BREAK AWAY" AIRING ON "20/20?

Friday, May 23 at 10 pm on ABC

David Muir explores the world of children suffering from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, taking viewers on a stunning, five-year journey to find solutions for several seven to 18 year olds trying to break away from crippling fear and anxiety. He visits children at home, at school, and in the therapy room and speaks with the doctors at the forefront of cutting edge treatments. Can these teens go from being too scared to leave their homes to becoming thriving young adults?

"Breaking Away" airs on "20/20? on FRIDAY, MAY 23 (10:00-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

"20/20? is anchored by Elizabeth Vargas and David Muir. David Sloan is the senior executive producer.

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