About the Event
Dr. Rébecca Robillard has received an Early Researcher Award (ERA) grant to support a research study into a unique non-invasive treatment for insomnia that sounds like a plot point from a science fiction film.
We are saddened by the passing of Shirley Greenberg. She leaves behind a legacy that will be fondly remembered and celebrated for future generations.
Most of us think of Rick Campanelli as the always-smiling, high energy, former host of Much Music and ET Canada.
Richard was first diagnosed with schizophrenia at the age of 19. He lived in various group homes across Ottawa for approximately 35 years. As the years progressed, his health began to deteriorate rapidly.
Recent findings published by a research team at The Royal are opening the door a little wider to personalized treatment for people who struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
This study aims to compare the efficacy of adjunct ECT in patients with treatment resistant schizophrenia considering the use of ketamine versus other anesthetics.
Age range
18 to 65 years
The Government of Canada invests $4.8M into research networks that will share knowledge and best practices internationally on mental health services and health systems
June 6, 2017 – Ottawa, Ontario — Networks of Centres of E
Today, The Royal’s Institute of Mental Health Research (IMHR) and Carleton University announced a new partnership, the Culture and Gender Mental Health Research Chair, held by Dr. Kim Matheson.
Sharon's triumph over adversity led her on a mission to support others
From the outside, Sharon Roberts seemed to have it all. She was married, had two wonderful sons, and had a successful career as a registered dietician.
COVID-19 has affected sleep for half of surveyed, with potential long-term mental health and insomnia impact worries
The COVID-19 pandemic is seriously affecting the sleep habits of half of those surveyed in a new study from The Royal an
OTTAWA (May 2, 2017) — The cannabinoids that our own brain cells make are fundamentally linked to consciousness according to new research from The Royal’s Institute of Mental Health Research (IMHR), affiliated with the University of Ot
Sometimes the smallest act of kindness can have the biggest impact: That’s the idea behind The Royal’s “smile buttons,” custom-made pin-back and magnetic badges that many staff members will be wearing at work in the weeks and months to come.
New research published in the American Journal of Psychiatry is furthering our understanding of what happens in the brain in relation to heavy cocaine use and possib
The COVID-19 pandemic had an impact on every area and department at The Royal and volunteer services is no exception.
Before the pandemic, from March 11, 2019 to March 9, 2020, 421 volunteers contributed 33,916 hours. Over the same period this past year, 140 volunteers contributed 6,425 hours, 27,000 fewer hours than the year before.
The Canadian Psychological Association has recognized Dr. Drew Kingston as one of its 28 Canadian research innovators. Dr. Kingston is a psychologist at the Secure Treatment Unit (STU) at The Royal's Brockville Mental Health Centre.