Psychiatry

• Matthew de Grood, Calgary man found not criminally responsible for 5 stabbing deaths, faces review

  De Grood was found not criminally responsible for the 2014 stabbing deaths of Zackariah Rathwell, Jordan Segura, Kaiti Perras, Josh Hunter and Lawrence Hong.

  Canada

  Nov 2, 2023
  
• How to beat ‘Blue Monday’

  Dr. Peter Silverstone, a professor in the department of psychiatry at the University of Alberta joins Global News Calgary to discuss ‘Blue Monday’ and what people can do to improve their mental health.

  Health

  Jan 14, 2023
  
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• Alternative to methadone shows promise for those addicted to opioids: researchers

  The new study shows it is possible to offer a more flexible treatment at home without reducing the chance of success for those who are dealing with opioid addiction.

  Health

  Jun 15, 2022
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• Quebec government announces new funds help treat mental health issues

  The Quebec government is investing more than $1 billion during the next five years to deal with mental health issues; $361 million is new funding.

  Canada

  Jan 25, 2022
• ‘Nightmares and flashbacks’: Experts say COVID-19 patients are experiencing PTSD

  Experts say recovered COVID-19 patients are getting PTSD, especially for those who have had severe, debilitating cases. People are having nightmares and experiencing more anxiety.

  Health

  Mar 28, 2021
• University of Saskatchewan launches new pediatric mental health training program

  The six month long program has already been completed by 75 physicians and nurse practitioners, helping to take some of the caseload off of local psychiatrists.

  Health

  Nov 28, 2020
• Western University researchers show how CBD blocks side-effects of THC in cannabis

  Research out of Western University is showing for the first time how cannabidiol (CBD) helps to lessen psychiatric side effects of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in cannabis.

  Cannabis

  Sep 30, 2019
• Fort McMurray wildfire leaves many still dealing with psychological trauma

  The debris has been cleared and vacant lots are gradually being filled with new homes in Fort McMurray, but the mental and emotional scars remain for many who experienced the costliest disaster in Canadian history.

  Health

  Dec 18, 2017
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• Moncton Hospital’s rooftop garden to help those with mental health problems

  The garden will help patients by offering comforting green space, enhanced treatment, a space for activity and fresh air.

  Health

  Aug 14, 2017
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• Saskatchewan veteran speaks out about experience with anti-malarial drug mefloquine

  A Saskatchewan veteran is speaking out about his negative experience with the anti-malarial drug mefloquine that was given to him during deployments to Somalia and Rwanda.

  Canada

  Dec 1, 2016