Chronicle of a fact foretold: The increase in antidepressant prescriptions There were reports in the media recently about the increase in antidepressant prescriptions over the last decade. Since 2000, this number has more than doubled. Many he

My amazing brain - Douglas team teaches children wonders of their brains

Can we reduce the number of falls in the elderly patient population? A combination of stricter guidelines and a homegrown falls assessment tool may do the trick. A Priority In recent years, the Douglas has made it a priority to reduce the numb

The holiday season is fast approaching with joyful visions of sugarplum fairies and family celebrations. However, for some individuals, particularly those struggling with mental illnesses, the season brings visions of worry and anxiety. Researchers an

Montréal, June 26, 2006 – Today is a landmark day for the Douglas Hospital. Mr. Henri-François Gautrin, Minister of Government Services and MNA for Verdun, on behalf of the Minister of Health and Social Services, Mr. Philippe Couil

New Douglas study will involve 2,400 citizens from southwest Montreal Montreal, May 31, 2006 – Sir Francis Bacon said some 500 years ago, “Knowledge is power” and this may be especially true when understanding the complexity of m

Our researchers know all about how difficult and intense grant competitions can be. Imagine, then, how satisfying it must feel to have a project accepted. That was the case for 47% of all projects submitted by Douglas researchers as part of last Septe

Nature, Nurture or Both? New $6 million research facility at Douglas to help understand the causes of mental illness Montreal, January 30, 2006 – One out of four individuals will be diagnosed with a mental illness during their life. Some of t

Douglas Hospital experts discuss how to keep your mind healthy during the season

Help for troubled teens: Douglas opens new adolescent day hospital.