Resources

• Psychiatric Times
  News, Special Reports, and clinical content related to psychiatry.
• Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)
  The Attention Deficit Disorder Association provides information, resources and networking opportunities to help adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder lead better lives.
• American Music Therapy Association
  AMTA’s purpose is the progressive development of the therapeutic use of music in rehabilitation, special education, and community settings.
• Psychiatry Advisor
  Offers psychiatric healthcare professionals a comprehensive knowledge base of practical psychiatry information and resources to assist in making the right decisions for their patients.
• Canadian Neuromodulation Society (CNS)
  non-profit group of clinicians and scientists dedicated to the development of best practices in the field on neuromodulation. Founded in 2006, we have members across Canada working in all aspects of neuromodulation including: neurosurgeons, urologists, anesthetists, nurses, coordinators, technicians, corporate members and more.
• CAMH- Impact Study (Toronto, Canada)
  Individualized Medicine: Pharmacogenetic Assessment & Clinical Treatment (IMPACT) is a research study conducted by the Psychiatric Neurogenetics Research section at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), which uses genetic testing to determine specific enzymes and genes related to medication action.
• Attention Talk Radio
  The leading site for self-help Internet radio shows focusing on ADHD and ADD including managing symptoms of attention deficit disorder, adults with ADD, or adults who have children with ADHD. Weekly Internet radio podcasts provide support for ADHD and ADD.
• CHADD -The National Resource on ADHD
  Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD), is a national non-profit, tax-exempt [Section 501(c)(3)] organization providing education, advocacy and support for individuals with ADHD. In addition to our informative website.
• Canadian Counseling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)
  The Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) is a national bilingual association providing professional counsellors and psychotherapists with access to exclusive educational programs, certification, professional development and direct contact with professional peers and specialty groups.
• Center for Mindful Self-Compassion
  The Center for Mindful Self-Compassion provides information about MSC, an 8-week program designed to cultivate self-compassion skills for daily life. Founded in 2012 by Kristin Neff, PhD and Christopher K. Germer, PhD, the center is a place where people can access self-compassion resources, discover MSC in their area, and explore MSC Teacher Training.
• Mental Health on TED
  A collection of TED Talks (and more) on the topic of mental health.
• Nurit Adler B.A., M.A., R.S.W.  (Guest, UH Podcast #8)
  Toronto-based psychotherapist and clinical social worker who provides social work services with an integrated approach to life management. With over 22 years of experience, Nurit is able to assist a wide range of individuals, couples, and families experiencing difficulties in their lives.
• www.MentalHealthHelpline.ca: 1-866-531-2600
  The Mental Health Helpline provides information about mental health services in Ontario.
• Murray Goldsmith, Motivational Speaker & Stress Management Consultant
  His unique and highly entertaining seminar, “The Power of Your Belief System” demonstrates beyond a shadow of a doubt that your belief system is 100% responsible for the results you experience in every area of your life.
• 10 Brain Boosting Superfoods You Need To Add To Your Diet
  Getting a healthy diet is more than just focusing on nutrients that support your digestive system. It’s more than just supporting your heart and artery health. You also need to support your brain health.
• When drugs for depression weigh you down
  Doug Rickel (Toronto Star, Dec 2012) -Doug Rickel has struggled with ADHD all his life and was near suicidal when he checked himself into Sunnybrook where his doctor put him on a cocktail of meds that changed his life. But they lead to a fair amount of weight gain. He takes his meds at mid-day.
  

  Doug’s Story -The Toronto Star (Dec 2012)

 

• Deep brain stimulation being used to treat depression
  Doug Rickel was part of a University Health Network study last February in which he had a pacemaker like device implanted in his brain to treat severe depression.

Doug Rickel Story -CityNews Toronto (June 2013)