FAMILY SNAPSHOT:
Shared by a parent in Dr. Roseann’s community
Parent: Melissa
Child: Evan, age 7
Core struggle: Daily morning explosions over clothing choices, especially socks
🔍 The Pattern (Before)
- Meltdowns triggered by seams, textures, or “wrong color” socks
- Crying, refusal to get dressed, hiding under blankets
- Mom raising her voice out of frustration
- Sibling tensions escalating during morning rush
- School drop-off beginning with panic and shame
💡 What They Tried Instead:
Sensory-Smart, Feelings-First
- Used a Feelings First script when the meltdown started
- Paused correction until Evan’s breathing slowed
- Offered two sensory-friendly sock options before overwhelm hit
- Practiced 3 slow “shoulder drop” breaths together
- Created a predictable morning rhythm with no new changes
