Early intervention in adolescence can alter the trajectory of a young person’s life. By recognizing warning signs and offering timely, appropriate care, we can prevent years of suffering and help young people reach their full potential.
Prevent
Prevention and Early Intervention
We pioneered new ways of treating mental illness.
We now dream of preventing it.
By the time most people get help, their illness has already taken root. We need to shift from a model of care that responds to crisis to a model of prevention—one that identifies and addresses early symptoms before they become chronic or stops illness from developing altogether. Prevention is our most powerful tool to reduce the burden of mental illness and, ultimately, to build a future where fewer people suffer.
Youth Mental Illness
Alzheimer’s and dementia
Research and care are advancing. By focusing on prevention, we are promoting healthy aging and helping more people maintain their independence and quality of life.
Suicide and depression
A better understanding of the biological and social roots of depression and suicide enables us to develop effective treatments and intervene before it is too late.
The specialists at the Douglas Institute…
study the trajectories of young people to better understand their mental health and prevent the onset of disorders before they develop.
follow individuals at risk of Alzheimer’s disease to detect early signs and delay its onset through tailored annual monitoring.
aim to personalize the first treatment for depression in order to intervene early and maximize the chances of long-term recovery.
Everyone knew my father. Sadly, he did not remember me.
Denis Richard
Ambassador
Watching Henri fade away was an extremely painful experience for Denis Richard and his extended family, as well as for the millions of Canadians who lost a loved one to Alzheimer’s disease or dementia.
The Douglas
The Douglas is a global pioneer in mental health and has been at the core of innovation since it was first established. Discover how we are building hope for people suffering from mental illness.