Dr. Mary V. Seeman is Professor Emerita of the Department of
Psychiatry, University of Toronto. Her research interests are in the
biopsychosocial differences between men and women, as these apply to psychotic
disorders. She is a pioneer in the area of women's mental health. Her research
into gender differences in schizophrenia has garnered international
recognition. At the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, she established the
first outpatient clinic dedicated to women affected by psychosis. In addition,
she has helped raise public awareness of the illness through her involvement
with the Schizophrenia Society of Canada. She also continues her lifelong
dedication to improving the lives of Canadians living with mental disorders.