Michel Perreault's main focus is the evaluation of psychiatric and substance abuse programs.  

Alain Gratton, PhD, investigates the role of dopamine in drug abuse, as well as exposure to stress.

Christina Gianoulakis wants to elucidate the role of the endogenous opioid peptide systems in mediating the reinforcing effects of alcohol.

Thomas Brown studies the development of psychosocial interventions to combat substance abuse.

Researchers examining the “Mood, Anxiety, and Impulsivity-related Disorders” theme are aiming to identify the genetic , psychological, neurobiological and environmental causes of most mood disorders and testing the most effective treatments. Their main focus is on: Depression Bipolar disorder Personality disorders Post-traumatic stress disorder Eating disorders Substance dependence, e.g. drug or alcohol Suicide Identifying risk factors and responding ef...

While waiting for the 2013 programming, watch this 2012 Mini-Psych School class "Can psychosis be prevented?" by Ridha Joober

 Discovery of “teen gene” could hold promise for combating severe mental illnesses

Douglas researchers draw a portrait of mental health in southwest Montreal

A doctoral student in neuroscience at the Douglas receives grant to study in France.

National Research Project to Find Sustainable Solutions for People With Mental Health Issues Who Are Homeless.