Support the Brain Dynamics Lab
Schizophrenia and psychotic episodes, which affect up to 3% of the population, can be particularly devastating given the early age of onset, poor response to treatment, financial burden, and high risk of suicide. Stigma and social isolation also present a serious barrier to diagnosis and treatment, which is particularly detrimental in an illness that requires early diagnosis and consistent monitoring to ensure the best outcomes. The Brain Dynamics lab is committed to advancing the understanding and development of effective treatments for those living with schizophrenia and psychosis.
Our current projects involve two new CBT-based non-pharmaceutical group therapies – Metacognitive Training and Cognitive Remediation. These approaches have been proven by international research to improve an individual’s daily life, reduce some of the symptoms associated with psychosis, and bring strength and organization back to the brain networks affected in psychosis.
Our research provides psychological treatments to patients with schizophrenia and psychosis in Vancouver, free of charge. We are collaborating with Vancouver Coastal Health’s Outpatient Mental Health Teams to invite patients to participate in non-pharmaceutical therapies that could improve their quality of life.
To continue conducting innovative research on potential treatments for mental illness, the Brain Dynamics lab is urgently seeking philanthropic support to cover the costs associated with running this and future studies. We invite you to join our mission to raise awareness and to improve the quality of life for those living with mental illness. Your donation will support cutting-edge research to advance our understanding of and ability to treat conditions like schizophrenia and psychosis.
Thank you for your generous support!