Is the brain ageing faster in schizophrenia?

There is some evidence to suggest that the brain may be ageing faster in schizophrenia.  As individuals with schizophrenia have a greater risk of developing age-related diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease and cardiovascular disease, the idea of accelerated...

Clinical snippet: Genetics and prescribing antipsychotics

We rarely use genetic testing while treating first-episode psychosis, as there are no directly relevant genetic tests for diagnosis or treatment selection One specific situation where genetic testing may help is when we face the issue of poor response to treatment or...
Mike earns a prefix!

Mike earns a prefix!

Mike successfully defended his PhD earlier this month. Mike started as a Research Associate with us and quickly became an indispensable ‘family’ member of the PEPP team at Victoria Hospital, London, ON. He led the recruitment efforts for our CIHR supported...

Faults in our Folds: Gyrification and Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a neurodevelopmental illness that is thought to originate early in life, when the brain’s gyrification (folding) process is at its peak. Some studies have suggested that gyrification may also be reduced in schizophrenia, particularly in early...