Circadian Rhythms: the effect of the light The effect of light on circadian rhythms, sleep and fatigue
Controversy about the use of psychostimulants Why is there a controversy in the medical community about the use of psychostimulants in the treatment of ADHD?
Analytical Biochemistry Laboratory Directed by N.M.K. Ng Ying Kin, PhD, the laboratory measures putative biological markers for various psychiatric conditions and treatment-resistance to usual medications.
Fashion Week Minister Christine St-Pierre unveils the Quebec Chater for a Healthy and Realistic Body Image.
Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD) Diagnostic Clinic Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD) Diagnostic Clinic
Maria Natasha Rajah Natasha Rajah, nvestigates how memory retrieval works in healthy young adults, and how it is affected by aging.
Neurophenotyping Center inauguration The neurophenotyping center, inaugurated October 2008, performs basic science in mental health (in French).
Homelessness and mental health It is estimated that between 30% and 50% of homeless individuals have a mental illness.
The Douglas Eating Disorders Program provides services mainly in French Eating Disorders Program >The Douglas Institute wants to reiterate that the services of its Eating Disorders Program are provided mainly in French.
Cognitive remediation is a promising behavioural treatment that focuses on improving neurocognitive functions.
Neuronal plasticity Michael Meaney won the 2012 Fondation IPSEN International Prize in Neuronal Plasticity. The judges found Michael Meaney’s work in the area of epigenetics and brain function outstanding. The honor is shared with two other prominent scientists, D
Drugs, alcohol and schizophrenia For a person who suffers from schizophrenia but responds well to treatment, what are the implications in using cannabis and alcohol?
Recovery stories - Lakdhar and major depression Lakdhar tells his story of recovery from a major depression.
Lalit Srivastava Lalit Srivastava, has conducted research on schizophrenia and dopamine, a brain chemical implicated in its development.
Long-term effects of Concerta? What are the long-term effects of Concerta and Ritalin, and how are doses reduced?
Sleep Disorders : causes, symptoms and treatments Sleep disorders include fatigue created by night shifts, sleep-wake syndrome and jet lag
