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How to support someone who is dysregulated?

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By Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
Updated On Jul 04, 2023 04:30 pm IST

From safe touch to slow breathing, here are a few ways to support someone who is dysregulated.

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Support and understanding is very important to be with someone who has a dysregulated nervous system. "Co-regulation is the process by which two people's nervous systems work together to regulate each other," wrote Therapist Anna Papaioannou as she explained how we can support someone who is dysregulated and make them feel better.(Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on Jul 04, 2023 04:30 pm IST

Support and understanding is very important to be with someone who has a dysregulated nervous system. "Co-regulation is the process by which two people's nervous systems work together to regulate each other," wrote Therapist Anna Papaioannou as she explained how we can support someone who is dysregulated and make them feel better.(Unsplash)

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Safe physiology: Warm gaze and safe touch can make a person feel that they are safe in our company – this feeling will eventually make them feel better. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Safe physiology: Warm gaze and safe touch can make a person feel that they are safe in our company – this feeling will eventually make them feel better. (Unsplash)

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Vocal cues of safety: Calming music and gentle sounds can also help in regulating the nervous system. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Vocal cues of safety: Calming music and gentle sounds can also help in regulating the nervous system. (Unsplash)

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Model regulation: Slow breathing techniques and physiological sigh help in soothing the mind and the body. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Model regulation: Slow breathing techniques and physiological sigh help in soothing the mind and the body. (Unsplash)

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Regulating inputs: Change in temperature such as cold face wash or a warm bath, sensory inputs such as smell or touch helps in regulating the nervous system and make the person feel safer and better.  (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on Jul 04, 2023 04:30 pm IST

Regulating inputs: Change in temperature such as cold face wash or a warm bath, sensory inputs such as smell or touch helps in regulating the nervous system and make the person feel safer and better.  (Unsplash)

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    Tapatrisha Das

    Tapatrisha is Content Producer with Hindustan Times. She covers stories related to health, relationships, and fashion.

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