Grounding is an effective way to calm anxiety. In this process, children identify objects around them to help them recognize where they are. This creates a sense of comfort because they will feel more in control of the situation. The 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique consists in identifying the following things: 5 things you can see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, 1 thing you can taste.
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