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De-Escalation Strategies Poster

"Promotional graphic from Think Sensory showing a poster titled 'De-Escalation Strategies for Meltdowns.' The poster displays 18 strategies arranged in colored oval shapes across six rows: Avoid Reasoning — Focus on Safety and Reassurance; Put Expectations on Hold; Use Calm Communication, Avoid Yelling; Validate Feelings, Not Harmful Actions; Respect Personal Space; Be Aware of Body Language and Facial Expressions; Get Down to Your Child's Level; Use a Distraction; Use Reflective Listening; Acknowledge Your Child's Right for Refusal; Answer Questions, Don't Engage with Aggressive Statements; Silence; Take a Movement Break; Be Non-Judgmental; Decrease Sensory Stimulation; Avoid Saying the Word 'No'; Use Calming Visual Input; and Deep Breathing Exercises."

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Printable 8.5 x 11-inch poster of de-escalation strategies. Use it as a poster, handout, or visual reminder.

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By Think Sensory

Printable 8.5 x 11-inch poster of de-escalation strategies.

Use it as a poster, handout, or visual reminder. Read the full article outlining these strategies and how to use them here.

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