Over the past decade, CAN-BIND has led the charge in scientific exploration, pushing boundaries, challenging stigma, and conducting groundbreaking research in collaboration with patients and families. In this special episode, join our host, Dr. Fabiano Gomes, and CAN-BIND Program Manager, Dr. Susan Rotzinger, as they take you on an exciting journey through the last 10 years of CAN-BIND's pioneering work in depression research. Hosted by Dr. Fabiano GomesGuests: Dr. Susan RotzingerMusic: Teamwork by scottholmesmusic.comAudio editors: Christina Macaluso & Dr. Nirushi Kuhathasan

*For more info on the webinar and registration, click on the link belowhttp://tinyurl.com/epilepsy-depression-anxiety In this episode, CAN-BIND collaborated with EpLink to create this special podcast to explore what we know about epilepsy, depression and anxiety.  Listen as Dr. Elaine Kiriakopoulos, the Director of the HOBSCOTCH Institute for Cognitive Health and Well-Being at the Dartmouth Hitchcock Epilepsy Center, discusses the current relationship between epilepsy, depression and anxiety and the type of resources and support people living with these conditions can seek.  This podcast also gives you a sneak peek into a free webinar we will be holding with EpLink and the Ontario Brain Institute that delves into why depression can happen in people living with epilepsy, what to do about it and busting some myths about treatment.  Resources for people living with Epilepsy, Depression and Anxiety: UPLIFT (Using Practice and Learning to Increase Favourable Thoughts)https://epilepsyontario.org/programs/uplift/  HOBSCOTCH (Home-Based Self-Management and Cognitive Training Changes Lives)https://www.cdc.gov/epilepsy/communications/success-stories/hobscotch.htm https://epilepsysco.org/programs-services/hopscotch/  MEW (The Managing Epilepsy Well Network)https://managingepilepsywell.org/  Guest: Dr. Elaine Kiriakopoulos, Director of the HOBSCOTCH Institute for Cognitive Health and Well-Being, Dartmouth Hitchcock Epilepsy CenterAssistant professor of Neurology, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth Hosts: Dr. Wegdan AbdelmoeminProducer: Dr. Wegdan AbdelmoeminMusic: The Future is Ours by scottholmesmusic.comAudio editor: Serhii Artiukh Visit the CAN-BIND website here:https://www.canbind.ca/  Visit the EpLink website here:https://eplink.ca/  Visit the OBI website here:https://www.braininstitute.ca/

In this episode, we explore the strengths and challenges associated with virtual care, including phone visits and video calls. Listen as Dr. Sagar Parikh discusses with our guests Graeme, Amanda Ceniti and Dr. Amy Gajaria on their experiences as a patient, researcher and clinician (respectively). We also explore tips and suggestions to improve the quality of virtual care in Canada.Guests: Graeme: Student at Carleton University Amanda Ceniti: Ph.D. Candidate, Institute of Medical Science, University of Toronto Dr. Amy Gajaria: Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Toronto Hosts: Dr. Sagar Parikh, Psychiatrist at University of MichiganProducer: Dr. Wegdan AbdelmoeminMusic: The Future is Ours by scottholmesmusic.comAudio editor: Serhii Artiukh

In this episode, we hear the perspectives of three women on why people participate in brain research using an open science and data sharing model: the care partner, the researcher, and the research student. This podcast was created in collaboration between ONDRI (Ontario Neurodegenerative Disease Research Initiative) and CAN-BIND (Canadian Biomarker Integration Network in Depression), supported by OBI (Ontario Brain Institute). Guests: Shelley: Community advisory committee member at the Arthur Sommer Rotenberg  Depression and Suicide Studies program (ASR) as well as the Ontario Neurodegenerative Disease Research Initiative (ONDRI). Dr. Jennifer Phillips: Scientist at the University of Ottawa Institute of Mental Health Research at the Royal. Patricia Burhunduli: MD/Ph.D. Candidate at the University of Ottawa.   Hosts: Andrew Kcomt (Hope & Me), Ruth Kruger (ONDRI)  and Wegdan Abdelmoemin (CAN-BIND)Music: The Future is Ours by scottholmesmusic.comAudio editor: Serhii Artiukh To learn more about the campaign:  https://braininstitute.ca/research-data-sharing/discoverystartswithyou

In this episode, we host Dr. Emma Hapke, psychiatrist, and researcher at University Health Network and the University of Toronto. Dr. Hapke's work explores MDMA and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy in people suffering from severe mental health issues like PTSD and treatment-resistant depression. In this episode, we discuss the latest research, the pros, and cons of these methods and we promote an upcoming conference on the state of psychedelic research in Canada and worldwide. The conference is happening on 21 Oct 2021. Register here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/psychedelics-i…ets-170387541724 Hosted by Dr. Wegdan Rashad AbdelmoeminGuests: Dr. Emma HapkeMusic: Make your dreams a reality by scottholmesmusic.comAudio editor: Serhii Artiukh Visit our website: www.canbind.ca/videos/podcasts/ This podcast was recorded in September 2021

In this episode, Dr. Sagar Parikh interviews our guest; Canadian Senator Stan Kutcher on the social determinants in depression care, the role of policy in enhancing teen mental health, technology, and, some tips for parents and teens. READ TRANSCRIPT HERE: www.canbind.ca/videos/podcasts/ Podcast was recorded in December 2020

In this episode Dr. Sagar Parikh interviews our guest; Canadian Senator Stan Kutcher on his journey becoming a psychiatrist, getting involved in teen mental health and discussions on how the school system can take part in providing mental health care. READ TRANSCRIPT HERE: www.canbind.ca/videos/podcasts/ Podcast was recorded in December 2020

In this episode we discuss the importance of the Community Advisory Committee (CAC) at The Canadian Biomarker Integration Network in Depression (CAN-BIND. We also interview 2 of our CAC members (Madeline and Michael) on their personal experiences as well as what they enjoy doing as the CAC. READ TRANSCRIPT HERE: https://www.canbind.ca/videos/podcasts/ Podcast was recorded in June 2020

In this episode we discuss an exciting study that aims to compare ketamine and electroconvulsive therapy for the treatment of resistant depression. Our guests are Sophie, a patient participant and Dr. Jennifer  Phillips, Associate Scientist at the Mood Disorders Research Unit at the Royal Institute of Mental Health Research, University of Ottawa. Hosted by Dr. Wegdan RashadMusic: Make your dreams a reality by scottholmesmusic.com

Listen to Dr. Gregor Hasler's interview on Neuroplasticity, depression and psychedelics research. The Canadian Biomarker Integration Network in Depression (CAN-BIND) hosted Dr. Hasler in February 2020 in Toronto, Canada. Interviewees: Dr. Gregor Hasler and Dr. Sidney KennedyHosted by Dr. Wegdan RashadMusic: Make your dreams a reality by scottholmesmusic.com See you in the next episode, The CAN-BIND teamcanbind.ca