Hospitalization and transition services covering different levels of structured support, from a locked unit to community transition settings. Based on a recovery model, the program aims to improve autonomy and to reintegrate and maintain people in the

The Depressive and Suicide Disorders Program is a superspecialized (third-line) service for youth and adults who suffer from refractory and/or recurrent major depressive disorder with or without the presence of suicidal behaviour. The program offers cutting-edge treatment for clients and provides support to families to help them interact with the person in difficulty.

The Bipolar Disorders Program is a superspecialized (third-line) consultation and treatment service for adults aged 18 to 65 who suffer from refractory bipolar disorders.

The Program for Dementia with Psychiatric Comorbidity (PDCP) provides superspecialized care to people of all ages who have mild to severe cognitive impairments combined with psychiatric or behavioural disorders.

There are three external service points in the geriatric psychiatry program.

The Severe Disruptive Disorders Program offers a range of superspecialized services for children aged 6 to 12 years with behaviour problems with or without an attention deficit disorder / hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Mental Illness: The Facts and the Fiction The theme of the 2009 Session of Mini-Psych is Mental Illness: The Facts and the Fiction. Each of the 6 classes given by an expert from the Douglas Institute is exploring the

Fellowships provide support for senior residents who wish to add to their experience by engaging in mental health research and related activities in the Institute. Candidacy must be approved by the Chair of Psychiatry.

The primary focus of the undergraduate program is to teach and help the students apply core knowledge, skills and attitudes required of a medical professional. The goal of the program is to equip the student to meet the most stringent standards of

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