It’s official! The Douglas is a University Institute in Mental Health—a special designation awarded to Quebec mental health organizations with specialized expertise and a multifaceted mission. To explain the significance of this achievemen

“Whether patients live close to our Hospital or are in Quebec’s far north, they’re Douglas clients and they can expect our best,” says Director General Jacques Hendlisz, who joined other leading members of the McGill RUIS team

In nothing short of a grand success, the Douglas Hospital welcomed 1,000 visitors of all ages on Saturday, June 17, in honour of its 125th anniversary. As little ones romped on giant inflatable toys, 300 volunteers entertained and educated the bulk of

Montréal, June 26, 2006 – Today is a landmark day for the Douglas Hospital. Mr. Henri-François Gautrin, Minister of Government Services and MNA for Verdun, on behalf of the Minister of Health and Social Services, Mr. Philippe Couil

New Douglas study will involve 2,400 citizens from southwest Montreal Montreal, May 31, 2006 – Sir Francis Bacon said some 500 years ago, “Knowledge is power” and this may be especially true when understanding the complexity of m

The Hollywood animated feature Shrek packs a serious message about body image in its comic story about an ogre.

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

Kamataki: Next Frames of Mind film at the Douglas Verdun, May 4, 2006 – Depression is commonly seen as a dark place, full of despair. Suicide often seems to be the only way to escape the sufferer’s mental anguish. Thanks to suicide prev

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

Douglas study evaluates beneficial properties of green and black teas Tea may be more than a trendy coffee alternative, according to researchers at the Douglas Hospital Research Centre (DHRC). Their findings, published in a recent issue of the Eur