Mental health and substance use challenges are some of the most pressing issues impacting young people. These topics are the focus of Dr. Trevor Goodyear’s research program at BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute (BCCHR). Dr. Goodyear joined BCCHR as an investigator in October 2025. “One of the reasons I’m drawn to working with youth is the…
Clinicians at BC Children’s Hospital strive to provide care that reflects each family’s unique needs and background. However, this is challenging when their community has been left out of the research that shapes clinical practice. Inclusivity is a fundamental principle in health care, and language plays a critical role in achieving it. One in four…
Ongoing chronic pain can lead to poor sleep and concentration, reduced mobility that limits physical activity, and social withdrawal that takes a toll on mental health. When factors that play a role in causing pain are unexplained, pediatric patients may live with unresolved pain and difficulty finding a clear diagnosis — known in medicine as…
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