TCI Training Cornell Questions and Answers

What am I feeling now? - Anger can undermine objectivity Anger is an emotional and physical response Cognitive abilities are reduced Pain based behavior includes - Impulsive outbursts Aggression Running away Self Injury Defiance Inability to regulate emotions Trauma reenactment Substance Abuse Managing environment - Possible weapons Stimulating lights or noise Crowding Chaotic, messy, disorganized messages Behavior Support Techniques - *More effective in warning phase Managing the Environment Prompting Caring gesture Hurdle help Redirection and Distraction Proximity Directive statements Time away Goals of Emotional First Aid - 1. Provide immediate help and support to reduce emotional intensity (co-regulation) 2. Resolve the immediate crisis 3. Keep the child in the program/activity