A conference held last week at the Douglas Mental Health University Institute examined the effects of natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods and ice storms on mental health. According to panelists, the stress caused by living through one of thes

Three Douglas Institute Researchers Receive NARSAD's 2008 Young Investigator Award.

A born leader, Gaëtane Pitre has it all - smarts, drive, and an unshakeable set of ethics. Rather then heading a company or running for office, she's using her strengths to help people with severe mental illness become as autonomous as possible.

Chasing happiness: Douglas researchers characterize brain region linked with discontent

Congratulations to Michael Meaney, PhD for being elected to the Royal Society of Canada (RSC).

Over her thirty-year career, Rose's feistiness and optimism have certainly made things "better" for the Montréal community.

New research from the Douglas shows benefits of indulging moms Debating how best to treat mom this Mother’s Day? Try something that helps her relax. New research from the Douglas Hospital Research Centre in Montreal, Canada, suggests mothers

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

Douglas Researchers pack their bags Scientists leave for DC to present newest findings at eminent international conference Verdun, November 8, 2005 – Almost one third of Douglas researchers are packing their bags and heading off to Washing

Michael Meaney, PhD's research have shown that a mother's touch may not only be a comforting and pleasant experience for her child, but may also be a means by which genes involved in shaping our response to stress get turned on or off.