Montreal, May 19, 2006 – Imagine hearing voices in your head, or feeling so paranoid that it is debilitating. These are some of symptoms of schizophrenia, one of the most chronic and disabling mental illnesses. Schizophrenia will be the topi

Amadeus: Next Frames of Mind film at the Douglas Montreal, May 12, 2006 – For some, life’s ups and downs go much further - reaching delirious manic heights followed by perilous depressing lows. It’s estimated that 4% of the popula

New research from the Douglas shows benefits of indulging moms Debating how best to treat mom this Mother’s Day? Try something that helps her relax. New research from the Douglas Hospital Research Centre in Montreal, Canada, suggests mothers

The Notebook launches 3rd edition of the Douglas’ Frames of Mind movie series Montreal, April 28, 2006 – In retirement homes, in many family homes, and all around us, people are living with Alzheimer disease and related dementias. Appr

Montreal, March 8, 2006 – This is your brain, and Montreal neuroscientists know how it works. Next week, they will take the mystery out of all that gray matter during Brain Awareness Week (March 13-19). Over 100 neuroscience graduate students wi

Douglas symposium looks at early diagnosis and community re-integration Montreal, February 16, 2006 – Most mental disorders are silent and don’t have physical manifestations. A colleague or family member may be affected and suffering al

Montreal, February 2, 2006 – What if you had a nightmare that you couldn’t shake? What if it haunted not only your dreams but also your waking hours? For people with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), this waking nightmare follows them

Nature, Nurture or Both? New $6 million research facility at Douglas to help understand the causes of mental illness Montreal, January 30, 2006 – One out of four individuals will be diagnosed with a mental illness during their life. Some of t

The Reddy Memorial Hospital Foundation Distributes Its Funds and Spreads Holiday Cheer Montreal, December 12, 2005 – Christmas is coming early this year for the Douglas Hospital. The Reddy Memorial Hospital Foundation – established by

Douglas Hospital experts discuss how to keep your mind healthy during the season