Mental illness and children
The theme of the 2010 Session of Mini-Psych School is mental illness in children, adolescents and young adults. Each of the 4 classes is given by an expert from the Douglas Institute and explores the research and clinical experience in psychiatry and psychology.
This year, you can choose between classes in French, held on Tuesdays and classes in English, held on Thursdays. All classes are from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm.
The 2010 Session is overseen by Camillo Zacchia, PhD, Professional Chief of Psychology at the Douglas Institute.
Program schedule
Thursday, October 14
Childhood abuse affects the brain. Have you heard of epigenetics?
Gustavo Turecki, MD, PhD, is Director of the McGill Group for Suicide Studies (MGSS) at the Douglas Institute. In 2009, Gustavo Turecki was named Scientist of the year by Radio‑Canada for his work on epigenetics.
Thursday, October 21
Can children suffer from depression?
Johanne Renaud, MD, MSc, FRCPC is Medical Chief - Youth section, Depressive Disorders Program at the Douglas Institute.
Thursday, October 28
What goes on in the mind of anxious students?
Camillo Zacchia, PhD, is Professional Chief of Psychology at the Douglas Institute.
Thursday, November 4
Attention-deficit hyperactive children: when should you take action?
Ridha Joober, MD, PhD, is Assistant Director, PEPP-Montreal and Director of the Neurodevelopmental Disorders Research Theme at the Douglas Institute.
Registration
Fares
Before September 17, 2010: Adults: $70; Students and seniors: $50, tax included
After September 17, 2010: Adults: $80; Students and seniors: $60, tax included
Online
Please note that administration fees of 3$ apply to every online transaction.
By mail
Fill out the registration form and return it with your cheque to the address mentioned in the form.
Information
Danielle Thisdale
Institut Douglas
Dobell Pavilion, B-2116
6875 LaSalle blvd.
Montreal (Quebec) H4H1R3
Tel.: 514-761-6131, ext. 7425
danielle_dot_thisdale_At_douglas_dot_mcgill_dot_ca
