When a child is dysregulated, what do staff actually say?
Simple, consistent language for before, during and after difficult moments — without turning relational practice into another laminated script.
Useful now. Not another resource to file away.
Agree simple language before difficulty escalates
Stay connected and predictable during hard moments
Repair afterwards and build whole-team consistency
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