Clinical Spotlight: Schnell Garçon
Clinical Spotlight: Schnell Garçon 1. Tell us who you are. I am a mother of two, a wife, a daughter, a sister, a friend and a nurse manager whose heart lies in supporting family and youth mental health. 2. What brought you to this field? Understanding the meaning of “Mind over Matter” is what brought […]
High risk, high reward? Understanding youth risk-taking
Youth (ages ~12-25) is a period marked by increased risk-taking, a behavior often viewed negatively due to its association with dangerous activities such as substance abuse, unprotected sex, and violence. However, not all risk-taking is harmful.
Clinical Spotlight: Alexandre Veillette
Clinical Spotlight: Alexandre Veillette 1. Tell us who you are. I am a passionate, active person who truly enjoys helping individuals to push their limits and achieve their potential. I enjoy challenges that are the fuel for my self-growth and daily excitement. 2. How has your journey in healthcare led you to where you are […]
Why do we have dedicated services for youth mental health?
Why do we focus so much on youth mental health? And why do youth need their own services? It’s obviously a big deal since Canada recently poured over $500 million of federal funds into establishing the Youth Mental Health Fund with the goal of
Clinical Spotlight: Dr. Catherine Haskins
1. Tell us who you are in one sentence?
I am a family doctor and manager who is part therapist, part mentor, part life coach, part …
RBC Foundation funds the CEYMH Family-Positioning System
RBC Foundation funds the CEYMH Family-Positioning System The Douglas Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health recently received a major investment from the RBC Foundation to create a family intervention program for young patients. This new collaboration will improve the quality and frequency of engagement with families and the support network of youth who seek help on […]