The holiday season is fast approaching with joyful visions of sugarplum fairies and family celebrations. However, for some individuals, particularly those struggling with mental illnesses, the season brings visions of worry and anxiety. Researchers an

Montreal, October 12, 2006 – The pencils are sharpened, the desks are arranged and Douglas experts are ready to teach. In less than one week, the Douglas Hospitals’ Mini-Psych school is ready to open its doors. More than 230 registered stu

Every morning, it’s the same story. You’re racked with guilt at the thought of leaving your child at daycare. At work, you find your boss too demanding, you don’t have the time you need to get your job done, and work is piling up. Th

Douglas Hospital launches new public lecture series Confused about the terms OCD, ADHD, and PTSD? Want to know if your elderly parent is acting normally or may be suffering from Alzheimer’s? Interested in new treatments for depression and oth

Guest musician Luc de Larochellière sings in tribute to Douglas achievements Montréal, June 9, 2006 – An open house, mental health educational activities, giant inflatable games for children -these are only a few of the surpris

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

March 13-19 was Brain Awareness Week. Created by the Dana Alliance for Brain Initiatives, this international activity aims to teach the public about brain function and new research. The Montreal organizing committee, led this year by 13 very enthusias

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

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