Overstimulation Station
She's overwhelmed by noise and people. What is the first thing to do?
What is help her find a quiet space or let her take a break?
Maddie wakes up visibly upset. What is your best move?
What is comfort her, give head scratches, and gently remind her she's safe?
Maddie feels like you're ignoring/ mad at her. She's being distant and dry. What should you avoid saying after finding out?
What is "I couldn't tell"?
She's upset. Which could help more: fixing the problem or comfort first?
What is comfort first?
Maddie has two main love languages. What are they?
What is physical touch and words of affirmation?
Maddie's getting overstimulated. Should you talk alot and load her with questions or stay calm and quiet?
What is stay calm and quiet?
True/False: It's better to tell her "it's just a dream".
What is false? (She needs reassurance, not dismissal)
What is send a sweet text or check in to show you care?
One of Maddie's comfort aids includes these cozy gestures.
What are cuddles, snacks, or naps?
When she's upset, what should you not do?
What is get defensive or say "I don't know what you want me to say/ do"?
She's getting easily irritated and is fidgeting. What could help right now?
What is offer a drink, snack, or cuddle?
When she's having a PTSD episode/ panic attack, how can you comfort her?
What is cuddles, "Its gonna be okay, baby", and offering head scratches.
When she's mad because she feels unseen, what's the best thing to remind her?
What is that she matters to you and you still love her?
When she's spiraling, what's a phrase that helps her calm down?
What is "You're safe, I've got you" or something similar?
What is one way to make her smile no matter what?
What is bring her her favorite snack, hug her, or tell her something you love about her?