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https://psychiatry.mcmaster.ca/ 22-11-2018 17:52:04
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What government responsibilities come with involuntary care? Gary Chaimowitz, professor McMaster Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences, spoke with CBC News about involuntary care in Canada—why it's in place, when it's implemented and getting people access to the resources they need. ow.ly/wxRK50VLr8M

Researchers across McMaster University came together at the McMaster Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences 36th Annual Research & Scholarship Day to share the latest advancements in brain health— from early intervention & therapeutic approaches, to preventive measures & public health initiatives. psychiatry.mcmaster.ca/from-intervent…

Body dysmorphic disorder, or BDD, is a mental health condition where a person is preoccupied by one or more perceived flaws or deficits in their appearance. Karen Rowa, professor McMaster Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences, shares what you should know about BDD. 🎥👇 ow.ly/rcEl50VN2F4

‘You could see the hope’: Niagara-based study shows promise for improved postpartum depression treatment. Ryan Van Lieshout, professor McMaster Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences, spoke with The St. Catharines Standard about the study & its reliance on allied health professionals, such as nurses. ow.ly/xCmi50VRNCj

Could a red light improve brain health? Anthony Levinson (Dr Anthony Levinson), professor McMaster Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences, spoke with The Globe and Mail about 14 lifestyle factors that can protect against dementia and cognitive decline. ow.ly/4XqE50VSAtx

Strong relationships and play-based learning build strong minds in children. Jean Clinton, clinical professor McMaster Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences, explains how early experiences shape a child’s brain development and long-term well-being. sasktoday.ca/southwest/stro…

How does equity in health education and research impact care? In our latest “Fly on the Wall,” Saroo Sharda, associate dean, equity & inclusion McMaster Health Sciences, & Fatima Sheikh (she/her), PhD candidate, explore the role & importance of health equity. HEI ow.ly/FVzY50VVU7i

In The Conversation Canada, Harriet MacMillan, professor emeritus McMaster Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences, writes about using primary prevention programs to reduce exposure to intimate partner violence for mothers and children. ow.ly/S3wb50VYOIp

In The Conversation Canada, Magdalena Janus, professor McMaster Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences, writes about understanding how educators perceive the system for assessing kindergarten children’s development, in the context of children’s race, gender and family socioeconomic status. ow.ly/XV7j50W0U1c

In The Conversation Canada, Ryan Van Lieshout (Ryan Van Lieshout, MD, PhD, FRCPC), professor McMaster Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences, writes about the impact of the pregnancy planning period, also known as the preconception period, and how it can affect future child development. ow.ly/E6Mu50W1G3t

June is #NationalIndigenousHistoryMonth, a time for Indigenous & non-Indigenous people to celebrate and reflect on the history, cultures & experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people. Learn about McMaster University's campus & community events. 👇 ow.ly/sY1k50W1OTb

June is #PrideMonth, a time to celebrate the brilliance, resilience and leadership of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. Saroo Sharda, associate dean equity and inclusion McMaster Health Sciences, shares a message as #PrideMonth begins. 👇 ow.ly/vQ0l50W2BnO

What is vascular dementia? Anthony Levinson (Dr Anthony Levinson), professor McMaster Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences, explains what vascular dementia is and the risk factors it shares with heart disease and stroke. AARP ow.ly/jBJZ50W4W8i

A McMaster University-led mental health resources site can help Canadians as wildfire season begins. Learn about the mental health first aid kit, which provides quick, free online access to important resources and crisis support. 👇 ow.ly/FnMc50W6nJ9

It’s estimated that approximately 3% of people in Canada will experience bipolar disorder in their lifetime. Natalie Raso, assistant professor, shares what you should know about bipolar disorder in children. McMaster Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences 🎥👇 ow.ly/NFeB50W7MUE

Where you live may influence your risk of developing dementia. Anthony Levinson (Dr Anthony Levinson), professor, spoke with AARP about dementia and using a more nuanced approach that takes into consideration regional variation. McMaster Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences ow.ly/8q0H50Wabkt

Mental scars: The toll of solitary confinement in Canada. Gary Chaimowitz, professor, spoke with Medscape about Structured Intervention Units and the vulnerable groups especially at risk of experiencing its negative effects. McMaster Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences ow.ly/UeWe50WabqM


How a McMaster University-born organization is improving medication safety for older adults. Founded by Joanne Ho, McMaster University Department of Medicine associate professor, and Sophiya Benjamin, McMaster Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences associate professor, GeriMedRisk is making impacts locally and globally. 👇 medicine.healthsci.mcmaster.ca/gerimedrisk-ho…

Anorexia is normally treated with therapy. Now, a Canadian team is trying the gut. Jennifer Couturier, McMaster Psychiatry & Behavioural Neurosciences associate professor, and Nikhil Pai, associate clinical professor, spoke with CBC News about leveraging the gut-brain connection. ow.ly/Vo8X50WeQxG