The aims of the studies on suicide among aboriginal people by the MGSS.

The MGSS conducts extensive work investigating clinical and behavioral factors increasing risk for suicidal behaviors.

The MGSS is made up of independent investigators, research associates, graduate PhD and MSc level students, and research collaborators.

The McGill Group for Suicide Studies (MGSS) is interested in the risk factors associated with suicidal behaviour.

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Causes and treatments of borderline personality disorder, a mental illness characterized by emotional instability.

Eduardo Chachamovich’s work focuses mainly on social and clinical determinants of mental health in Aboriginal populations.

Monique Séguin is interested in the bereavement process and intervention strategies following suicide.

Gustavo Turecki investigates the neurobiology of suicide, focusing on the role of genetic risk factors.

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...