Blog - Brainerd Lakes Psychiatry

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Trauma Triggers: Why Your Brain Reacts When You’re Safe

October 14, 2026

Trauma triggers can cause intense emotional and physical reactions, even when you're safe. Learn why the brain responds to reminders of past experiences, how to recognize PTSD triggers, and what…

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Accelerated Resolution Therapy: How ART Works

October 7, 2026

Discover what Accelerated Resolution Therapy is, how ART sessions work, and how this trauma-focused treatment may help people experiencing PTSD symptoms.

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Your First Psychiatric Evaluation: What Really Happens

September 30, 2026

Wondering what happens during a psychiatric evaluation? Learn what your provider may ask, what to bring, how diagnosis works, and what comes next.

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Fall Mental Health: Why Routine Changes Matter

September 23, 2026

Fall can bring more than cooler weather. Learn how shorter days, busier schedules, and changing routines can affect your mood, stress, sleep, and mental health.

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ADHD vs Anxiety: How Can Adults Tell the Difference?

September 16, 2026

ADHD and anxiety can look surprisingly similar in adults. Learn the key differences, overlapping symptoms, and why an accurate evaluation matters.

Colorful crayons, a blue eraser, and a yellow highlighter are on a striped brown surface—school routines in full swing for kids. Four lettered beads on the right spell out “ADHD,” while part of a green toy car peeks in from the top right corner.

The Ultimate ADHD School Routines Start Strong

September 9, 2026

New school routines can be challenging for children with ADHD. Learn practical strategies to make mornings, homework, transitions, and school days easier.

A young person with light brown hair sits against a wall in soft sunlight, casting shadows from window blinds. Wearing a dark long-sleeve shirt and gray jeans, they look thoughtful with one hand in their hair—a quiet moment that reflects the sense of back-to-school anxiety many students experience each year.

Conquering Back-to-School Anxiety: From Worry to Confidence

September 2, 2026

Back-to-school anxiety is common, but persistent worry can signal something more. Learn the signs of school anxiety and when your child may need support.

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Powerful Ways to Find Calm During Life Transitions

August 26, 2026

Major life changes can affect your emotional well-being. Learn practical ways to protect your mental health, manage stress, and adjust to life's transitions.

A woman in an orange shirt stands against a blue background, looking thoughtful, with her hand on her chin. Orange arrows point left and right on either side of her, suggesting a decision or choice—perhaps reflecting the process of seeking support for mental health by choosing between seeing a psychiatrist or therapist.

Psychiatrist vs Therapist: Vital Clarity for Peace

August 19, 2026

Psychiatrist vs therapist: learn the key differences, who can prescribe medication, what therapy involves, and which mental health provider may fit your needs.