Researchers develop algorithm that identifies mental illnesses, predicts response to medication
The algorithm was able to determine whether a patient had major depressive disorder or bipolar disorder with 92.4 per cent accuracy. Continue reading
Mental Illness
Canada to use voice recognition, monitoring technology to keep migrants out of detention
The federal government has spelled out details of a $138-million overhaul to find alternatives to jailing migrants while they await immigration hearings. Continue reading
Winnipeg police test training app to de-escalate mental health crises
Winnipeg police are using a new audio app to help teach its officers how to deescalate situations with people suffering from mental illnesses. Continue reading
Canada’s immigration detention system unfairly penalizes detainees: report
Canada’s immigration detention system relies on faulty information and is stacked against detainees, an audit has found. Continue reading
University of Toronto approves controversial student leave of absence policy
Under the policy, a mandatory leave would be considered if the university’s administration becomes aware of a student who poses a risk of harm to themselves or others, and mental illness is believed to be involved. Continue reading
Getting loud about mental health at the annual Ride Don’t Hide cycling fundraiser across the Okanagan
By Shay Galor Community Video Journalist
The annual Ride Don’t Hide cycling fundraiser took place in 31 communities across Canada. The event supports the Canadian Mental Health Association with the goal of ending the stigma of mental illness. Continue reading
FBI flags early warning signs for potential mass shooters
A new FBI report highlights warning signs that loved ones can identify in someone who is at risk of committing a mass shooting sometime in the future. Continue reading
Kate Spade’s ‘heartbroken’ father dies night before daughter’s funeral
The father of fashion designer Kate Spade – who died of suicide only two weeks ago – passed away Wednesday night, a family spokesperson said. Continue reading
To lower the cost of hospitalizing B.C.’s homeless and mentally ill, housing needs to be a priority: SFU study
By Janet Brown Senior Reporter
Each mentally ill or homeless person who’s admitted to hospital costs on average $60,000 per year, according to the study. Continue reading
‘I want my brain fixed’: Former NHL enforcer Nick Boynton talks depression, addiction
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
“They put a cast on my wrist when I break it. Break my leg, fix the bone. But I want my brain fixed.” Continue reading
