Brain & Mental Health
Only seven out of 100 people worldwide receive effective treatment for mental health or substance-use disorders
By Qian Chow | February 5, 2025
A study of 57,000 people in 21 countries finds that only a small percentage receive effective treatment for mental health or substance-use disorders.
Spinal cord injuries from mountain biking exceed hockey, other high-risk sports
By Qian Chow | November 18, 2024
New UBC research reveals the alarming number of people suffering spinal cord injuries while mountain biking.
New research sheds light on how people with autism visually experience faces
By Qian Chow | October 15, 2024
The findings have important implications for the development of facial recognition skills that play a key role in social interactions.
UBC researchers receive $3.4M to address brain injuries in survivors of intimate partner violence
By Qian Chow | June 11, 2024
New research aims to improve how brain injuries are diagnosed and treated in survivors of intimate partner violence.
Unravelling the link between pesticide exposure and Parkinson’s disease
By Qian Chow | May 15, 2024
New UBC research illuminates how genetics and pesticide exposure intersect to contribute to Parkinson’s disease risk.
New guidelines for depression care emphasize patient-centred approach
By Qian Chow | May 8, 2024
UBC researchers led an update to the world’s most widely used clinical guidelines for managing major depression.
Young people at the centre of the toxic drug poisoning crisis
By Alex Tsui | February 28, 2024
A new book by UBC’s Dr. Danya Fast traces the experiences of young people who use drugs in Vancouver amidst a public health overdose emergency.
UBC researchers launch clinical trial exploring CBD for bipolar depression
By Qian Chow | February 27, 2024
The first-of-its-kind clinical trial will explore whether CBD can help manage acute bipolar depression alongside primary courses of treatment.
‘Landmark’ study projects 187% increase in people living with dementia in Canada by 2050
By Alex Tsui | January 23, 2024
New report stresses need to work collaboratively toward equity, diversity and inclusion in dementia research, prevention and care.
‘Smart glove’ can boost hand mobility of stroke patients
By Qian Chow | January 16, 2024
A new washable wireless smart textile developed at UBC aims to improve patient rehabilitation following a stroke.