N.P. Vasavan Nair, M.D., FRCPC, has contributed to the Douglas Institute in a variety of capacities.

We all know that, as a population, we are getting older: By 2016, 17% of Canadians will be at least 65 years old and, as the population ages, the number of Alzheimer’s cases will rise accordingly (Statistics Canada) The risk of depression among caregivers of Alzheimer’s sufferers is twice as high as for informal caregivers of individuals with no dementia The needs of our aging population will be a heavy load to bear if we do not find more effective means to treat and prevent ...

Lack of sleep in young people: three institutions sound the alarm

Happy ‘hood: Happy human? Douglas holds symposium looking at neighbourhood/mental health connection

Getting Connected - Montreal institutions participate in Brain Awareness Week

Is there a link between burn-out and depression? Burn-out is generally seen as a specific problem related to stress in the workplace whereas depression is a broader phenomenon.

How stress shuts down your brain: Douglas researchers examine new role of hippocampus

Douglas team educates children about good bedtime habits.

Explore your brain with the experts during the upcoming Brain Awareness Week (March 12-16).

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