SEK – Somatic Emergency Kit: Structured Self-Regulation in Acute Situations

The Somatic Emergency Kit (SEK) provides a structured, non-invasive protocol and toolset for immediate physiological stabilization in acute stress or dissociative episodes. It integrates cold stimulation, controlled breathing, and glucose-based micro-reward activation to support parasympathetic re-engagement and cognitive re-orientation. This preprint outlines the theoretical foundation, procedural design, and safety boundaries that define the SEK as an accessible and testable system within the broader framework of somatic self-regulation.