The Depressive and Suicide Disorders Program is a superspecialized (third-line) service for youth and adults who suffer from refractory and/or recurrent major depressive disorder with or without the presence of suicidal behaviour. The program offers cutting-edge treatment for clients and provides support to families to help them interact with the person in difficulty.

Depression in young people is considered a disorder when feelings of sadness, emptiness, etc. last for many days and significantly impair life.

Depression is more than just a fleeting emotion. This illness hampers a person's daily functioning, negatively impacting their physical health. However, in most cases depression is treatable.    

Douglas experts give an update on the latest research

Neurocognitive studies by the McGill Group of Suicide Studies (MGSS) attempt to understand the link between the brain on one hand; and thoughts, emotions and behaviour on the other.

Find out what causes bipolar disorders and watch video presentations from experts

Causes and treatments of borderline personality disorder, a mental illness characterized by emotional instability.

Eduardo Chachamovich’s work focuses mainly on social and clinical determinants of mental health in Aboriginal populations.

Monique Séguin is interested in the bereavement process and intervention strategies following suicide.

In a opinion letter, Dr. David Bloom clarifies this treatment which aims to restore the patient's autonomy.