Stress during pregnancy is also a risk factor that may have significant consequences for the developing fetus.

Childhood abuse affects the brain. A 2010 lecture by Gustavo Turecki-Part 2

Childhood abuse affects the brain. A 2010 lecture by Gustavo Turecki-Part 1

Scientists from The Douglas Institute and from McGill University publish new findings within Project Ice Storm.

Effects of child abuse  > Researchers are exploring the effects of child abuse on the brain and on suicidal tendency.

Baby steps: Researchers at Douglas Hospital look at infant brain development

Gustavo Turecki, M.D., Ph.D., jette les bases de l'épigénétique en s'intéressant entre autre à l'impact de la maltraitance sur le cerveau. Gustavo a été nommé Scientifique de l'année 2009 par Radio-Canada pour ses travaux sur l'épigénétique.

Research projects led by Reut Gruber's ABS lab.

Sleep disorders in children.

World Sleep Day next March 16 > Do you know how much sleep your child needs in order to have a good day at school?