News
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Sheila Harms recognized with President’s Award
June 3, 2022 by Daily News
“Dr. Sheila Harms truly embodies the model of an exceptional educator who is innovative, hard-working, supportive and encouraging, and visionary in her ideas."
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First Masters in Psychotherapy graduates reflect on their pandemic-era learning
May 25, 2022 by Fram Dinshaw
A close-knit group of 16 students are the first-ever graduating cohort from the Master of Science (MSc) in Psychotherapy program at McMaster University.
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Zena Samaan and Olufemi Ayeni named 2022 University Scholars
May 24, 2022 by Daily News
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Analysis: Kindergarten educators with children at home struggled during the pandemic — mental health supports are needed
May 3, 2022 by Brighter World
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Study sets benchmark for mental health of off-reserve First Nations youth
March 31, 2022
A landmark survey of the mental health of First Nations youth, conducted by McMaster University researchers, has revealed high levels of distress in adolescents living off-reserve, but sets a benchmark for future investigations.
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Canadians following public health guidelines, but losing faith in government’s effectiveness in managing COVID-19 pandemic
February 17, 2022
Canadians are still strongly adhering to public health guidelines through the COVID-19 pandemic, but report decreases in how important the guidelines are and a collapse in perceived government effectiveness, reveals a McMaster University-led study over the first year of the pandemic.
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Trauma from Ukraine War likely to have long-lasting impact, especially on children, says PTSD researcher
February 14, 2022 by Brighter World
Providing social supports to those affected by the Ukraine War will be critical in the prevention of PTSD, says Margaret McKinnon, a professor of psychiatry and behavioural neurosciences.
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Faculty of Health Sciences celebrates Black History Month
February 3, 2022
The Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) is celebrating Black History Month as part of the commitment to celebrate Black excellence, address injustices faced and amplify the voices and narratives across the Black community.
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Indigenous Health Learning Lodge opens at McMaster
January 20, 2022
A new home for Indigenous faculty, staff, and learners, as well as others who want to learn about Indigenizing health science education and Indigenous culture, is officially opening at the Faculty of Health Sciences.
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Pregnancy-related sleep changes linked to depression and anxiety
January 18, 2022
Changes in sleep patterns during late pregnancy and shortly afterwards are closely related to severe depression and anxiety, warns a new McMaster University-led study.
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Congratulations to James MacKillop - Faculty of Health Sciences (Tier 1)
January 13, 2022
James MacKillop named a Canada Research Chair in Translational Addiction Research.
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Faculty gains one new, two renewal CRCs’
January 12, 2022
McMaster researchers across four faculties have been named Canada Research Chairs as part of a national strategy to make this country a global leader in research and development.
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McMaster expert researching pandemic’s impact on children and families
January 7, 2022
A federal grant is helping McMaster University pediatric expert Jennifer Couturier investigate an alarming spike in pandemic-related eating disorders seen in children and youth since early 2020.
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New Associate Chair: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Indigenous Reconciliation
December 20, 2021
Albina Veltman has been selected as our Inaugural Associate Chair of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Indigenous Reconciliation (EDI & IR), effective January 1st, 2022.
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First aid with mental health at its heart
December 17, 2021
McMaster University researchers adapt psychological first aid program to help mental health professionals care for children, youth, and families experiencing the stresses of COVID-19.
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Dean & VP strongly encourages EDI survey participation
December 1, 2021
All Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) members are strongly encouraged to complete a survey asking about their experiences at the Faculty and how a more inclusive and safe working environment may be fostered.
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World’s most cited researchers includes 18 from Faculty of Health Sciences
December 1, 2021
Eighteen Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) researchers are among 20 McMaster University-affiliated scientists recognized as being among the top one per cent of scientists in the world according to their citations.
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Local postpartum depression study highlights value of peer moms
November 25, 2021
A study conducted in Brantford has demonstrated that mothers who have recovered from postpartum depression could, with training, “significantly” help other women.
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Post-partum survivors launch therapy sessions for struggling mothers
November 18, 2021
The best cure for mothers struggling with post-partum depression may be speaking with those who have come out the other side.
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McMaster expert researching pandemic PTSD in health-care professionals
October 20, 2021
The impact of COVID-19 on health-care professionals is the subject of a major international study on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) being led by Margaret McKinnon.
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