Age regression is when somebody reverts to a child-like state of mind, often as a coping mechanism for things like PTSD, depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. Being in a "little space" for littles, is a time to take away the anxieties, stresses, or a time to relax or have fun. Regressing is a form of a person trying to treat and deal with their emotions, trauma, or illnesses. Again, some Age regressors do not have trauma, age regression can also be something someone simply enjoys as a lifestyle or hobby. These people simply need breaks from the stress of being an adult and often (but not always) have a childish personality even outside of regression. Licensed Doctors and Therapists have and do suggest, encourage, and verified age regression as a healthy therapeutic method to deal with mental illnesses or trauma, especially that which is associated with childhood. 

Contrary to popular belief, age regression is NOT a k!nk or even related to s*xualization whatsoever. Some age regressors refer to themselves as littles and to their significant other as a chosen nickname, or just as their "Caregiver" Since they'd typically take care of their "Little" as if they're an actual child. At no point does a Little or Caregiver have s*xual relations or thoughts about one another s*xually in their headspaces.. In short, when a little is regressed, they are in a child/infant mindset and should be treated as such when regressed. 

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Adult Littles are allowed to participate in adult activities outside of regression. They are still a legally functioning adult outside of regression (unless the situation calls otherwise). They are allowed to live their life however they see fit as long as they're following legality, not harming others, and being kind to themselves. Adult littles outside of regression are allowed to participate in *responsible* legal dr!nking, legal sm*king (if they choose to), legal (CONSENSUAL!!) s*x, just as they are expected to perform other adult duties. Being an age regressor, DOES NOT mean you are banned from NSFW outside of regression. Having said that, s*xual conduct should NEVER happen DURING or around a age regressor whilst in their headspace. S*xualizing littles is not only triggering for them, but it is also inappropriate, disgusting, and a VERY BIG NO-NO. 

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Age regression therapy encourages you to access and relive your memories by reverting to a younger state of mind. It can be self-induced or induced by a hypnotist or therapist. This practice can be done to explore childhood memories, relieve stress through escapism, or access hidden memories, bring suppressed trauma to the surface to relive and properly address, and aspects of your personality. Different psychiatrists have had varying notions about the purpose of age regression. You can use age regression to address a variety of issues, although using it in certain circumstances can be controversial. This practice can be done in a clinical setting or by yourself as a form of self-help.

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Age regression can be used in clinical therapy to help you move on from trauma. By encouraging you to look back at your childhood memories, you and your therapist can work together to overcome trauma and painful experiences. Proponents of age regression therapy believe that by talking about them, you will be able to free yourself from the past. You can also practice age regression by yourself to block out the stress of adult life. As a form of self-help, practicing age regression at home can bring back great childhood memories of a time when you felt secure and cared for.

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People with a history of trauma may be more likely to regress. In fact, age regression may be common in people who have been diagnosed with dissociative identity disorder (DID), a disorder formerly known as multiple personality disorder. People with this disorder frequently have a younger personality among their distinctive personalities. However, it’s believed that the “little” may not be a separate personality. Instead, it may be a regressed version of the original personality. In other words, the person with DID may be aware of everything, but they feel like they’re a different age. They may talk like a child or begin behaving like one. In other instances, the “little” is entirely separate. In this case, age regression is a form of security against fear or insecurity. This type of age regression may be triggered by particular events or stressors.

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There’s no inherent risk in age regression. If you practice it as a form of self-help or relaxation, you may want to make sure you’re in a safe place and around people who understand this technique. For others, age regression may be intentional. Some individuals may select reverting to a younger state as a means to block out stress and worry. They can also revert to a younger age so they can work through tough issues or personal problems. As a form of self-help, age regression may help you revert to a time in your life when you felt loved, cared for, and secure. In that sense, this can be a positive experience. However, age regression may be a sign of a larger mental health issue. You should speak with a mental health care provider about evaluations, or therapy for potential mental illnesses.

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In any case, Age regression should not be shunned by society, or by anyone. It is a healthy coping mechanisms with a lot of pros and helpful techniques to help littles live and be happy. Age regressors deserve happiness and to live how they choose, and every one deserves to choose a healthy coping mechanism. After all age regression is far more safer and healthier than any harmful or negative coping mechanism.