IMPACT AREA
BRAIN AND BODY
The human brain is involved in every single process and function of the body, leading to either seamless and optimal functioning in our daily lives, or debilitating problems. It also affects how we think and feel about the decisions we make in all aspects of our lives, including in our leisure activities.
The ties between sport and communities
Aside from developing athletes, some community sport organizations also engage in socially responsible activities, providing opportunities for youth to make a positive impact on social issues such as the environment, mental health, bullying and equity. But do these actions matter, and do they change how people feel about community sport clubs?
IMPACT AREA
BRAIN AND BODY
The human brain is involved in every single process and function of the body, leading to either seamless and optimal functioning in our daily lives, or debilitating problems. It also affects how we think and feel about the decisions we make in all aspects of our lives, including in our leisure activities.
Predicting neurodegeneration
Neurodegeneration represents a huge problem for Canadians. About 50 million people worldwide have neurodegenerative disorders and, in the next 20 years, it will be the second most common cause of death in Canada.
When physical and mental illness co-exist in children
More and more children in Canada are being diagnosed with chronic physical conditions, putting them at increased risk for mental illness in their childhood and later in life.
The ties between sport and communities
Aside from developing athletes, some community sport organizations also engage in socially responsible activities, providing opportunities for youth to make a positive impact on social issues such as the environment, mental health, bullying and equity. But do these actions matter, and do they change how people feel about community sport clubs?
