PrairieCare

On the “Take What Serves. Leave the Rest.” podcast, Bryan Piatt and Dr. Ristau discuss the strong emotions during a presidential election and how to take care of yourself. Learn how to approach difficult conversations and how to set healthy boundaries: ow.ly/SabQ50Tb9mL

Happy first day of school! Get our back-to-school mental health checklist for teens with 10 resources, tools, and advice: ow.ly/Oz3R50Tb8oU

Child and adolescent psychiatrist Joshua Stein, MD, sits down with KARE 11 to discuss mental health concerns around school. Hear Dr. Stein’s perspective on how summer, social media, and stress play a part in mental challenges as school returns: ow.ly/XGPj50T8SZS

Last week, our rec therapy interns put together the PrairieCare State Fair! The whole week featured activities inspired by the MN fair, including, a dunk tank where patients could try their hand at dunking our team, including CEO Todd Archbold and Dr. Williams.

Our first presenter is Joshua Stein, MD, of @PrairieCare & the Psychiatric Assistance Line, presenting psychiatric pearls. #MAFPCME #mentalhealth #primarycare

School stress isn't just for kids. Dr. Stein, a child and adolescent psychiatrist at PrairieCare, shared his expertise with Experience Life to help parents focus on what’s important. Get 8 stress-relieving strategies with Dr. Stein and other experts: ow.ly/SFxQ50T3fLh

Research shows that expanding inpatient capacity in Minnesota could reduce patient wait time in EDs by 311 days. Todd Archbold shares with KSTP-TV how the Mental Health Collaboration Hub (MHCH) is helping patients to care, just like Daria: ow.ly/H2h150T1tyq

A Gallup study, teens who consumed more than five hours of screen time a day were 60% more likely to express suicidal thoughts or to self-harm. Yet, half of young people have their own smartphone by age 11. Get advice from Dr. Stein, and other experts: ow.ly/YhrH50SW1U7

For Annie, treatment at our inpatient hospital was a turning point in her #MentalHealth. Today, she is finding joy she didn’t know was possible. Read more of Annie’s story and learn about our inpatient hospital: ow.ly/YKsE50SSn2M

It’s that time to go for gold: it’s the PrairieCare Residential Olympics! Our team in Maple Grove put together a series of events for patients and staff alike to join in on the festivities. #ResidentialTreatment #TeenTherapy #MentalHealth #Olympics

Our patients and team members at our residential treatment program recently had some friends visit: llamas! In the summer, younger patients don’t have school built into their daily schedule, so we find fun ways to brighten their day—and llamas do just that!

Our Inpatient Hospital is one of the facilities to make #Minnesota Physician Publishing Inc.‘s Health Care Architecture and Design Honor Roll! Thank you for recognizing the safety and attention to detail our team, IMEG, @ryancompanies, and @popedesgngroup put into our hospital.

Congratulations to Amanda Stanek for receiving the DAISY Award! This is an outstanding accomplishment that truly reflects her skill and empathy while working with patients. Thank you for making PrairieCare a safe place for Minnesotans to receive the best psychiatric care.

At five locations, young people and their families can access comprehensive mental health treatment in a partial-day program. Now is the time to start therapy before the busy school year begins. Call our team today at 952-826-8475.

Sometimes, we all need a little mental health reminder. Together, we can “curb” the stigma by supporting those around us and ourselves. What are some of your favorite mental wellness reminders?

Despite the many eager cabin-goers, you may start to feel down despite the sunny weather. Summer #depression is real, even for Minnesotans who cherish the #summertime. Learn how it happens, the signs to watch for, and ways to help: ow.ly/ctA450SzNbB

You might know PrairieCare as a psychiatric hospital for youth—but that’s not entirely true! We now treat anyone 35 and younger, a big milestone for mental health treatment in our community. Learn about accessing immediate care at our hospital: ow.ly/s5rF50SyajM

Our team had a fantastic time at the Twin Cities #Pride Festival! It’s always a weekend filled with joy and honor as we connect with folks throughout the state. Thank you to everyone who visited us, picked an affirmation for Pride, and shared their #MentalHealth journeys.

After the #Olympic Trials in Minneapolis on Sunday night, @Simone_Biles shared that she owes her success to prioritizing her #MentalHealth. She is a testament to the outcomes that can happen if you prioritize your mental well-being, one appointment at a time. #TeamUSA

On the “Take What Serves. Leave the Rest.” podcast, Bryan & Dr. Ristau discuss how summer can introduce challenges despite the sunny weather. Learn how to build structure, manage expectations, and understand the FOMO we may experience. Listen now: ow.ly/EpUM50SpC49