Team members of the Brain Imaging Centre, directed by Natasha Rajah, PhD

The quality of cerebral tissues that come from the Douglas – Bell Canada Brain Bank has enabled many scientists throughout the world to discover new data that has helped improve treatment of various brain diseases.

The Douglas – Bell Canada Brain Bank has almost 3000 human brain specimens. Established in 1980, it is the oldest brain bank in Canada, and one of the two largest reserves of autopsied brains in the country.

Some clinical programs at the Douglas Institute have already integrated recovery into their practices.

What is mental health recovery?

The Data Management Unit (DMU) was established in 2003 to help members of the Douglas Institute's Research Centre conduct and manage surveys and investigations.

According to the National Institute of Mental Health (USA), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder that can develop after an exposure to a terrifying event.

Public outreach activities of the Mental Health and Society Research Group

Training and mentorship - Training and mentorship

Team members of the Mental Health and Society Research Group