With the signing of two new research agreements in October, Douglas Hospital Research Centre (DRHC) expertise will be extended internationally. Mental health experts have agreed to participate in research collaborations with both the Institut de neuro

The Collège des médecins du Québec awarded its 2006 Grand Prix to an exceptional psychiatrist, Mimi Israël, MD, paying tribute to her scientific effectiveness, acute sense of ethics and organization, and modern and dynamic vi

Douglas researcher makes Macleans’ Honour roll and La Presse’s Personality of the Week

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

Recovery is the ultimate goal of the new 2006-2010 strategic plan of the Douglas Hospital, titled “Recovery: From Neighbourhood to Neuron”. If ever-increasing numbers of people are to reach and maintain recovery, the Douglas must integrate

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

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

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

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

Douglas offers new comprehensive depressive disorders program Verdun, February 8, 2006 – We all get bouts of the blues, but for some this is more serious and severe. Some of us are clinically depressed and affected by a lifelong mood disorde