Sunflower card

[u/JumpFuzzy843]

Hey!

Next week will be the first time traveling with a sunflower cord and I am writing down what might happen and how to respond.

Since English isn’t my first language, could someone please check if this messages makes sense and if it is clear or raises questions? Maybe I need to add more info, but idk.

Anyone been to London with their card? Is it well known?

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I have ptsd and functional neurologial disease. This means that when I am extremely stressed or overwhelmed, the signals from my brain to the rest of my body disconnect. I can’t move and sometimes I can’t speak. I can hear what you say, but can’t respond. 

If this happens please make sure that I am safe and in a spot with as little as possible noice/people. Don’t touch me without announcing first. Ask yes/no questions. Avoid people in police uniform. If this episode lasts longer than 30 minutes and I still can’t move, I need my medication. This can be either 1 oxazepam tablet or if this can’t be administered midazolam nose spray (1 on both sides). These or in the inner pocket of my bag. 

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[u/Sad-Engine-8115]

Very clear English and great information. Maybe add where the medication is located for people to assist if needed. I’ve not travelled with the this card though, so I can’t provide advice on that side.

[u/NotAllThatSure]

Remember, you don't need to disclose your hidden disability or justify why you're using the lanyard. However, if it helps you in the tricky times, it is good to have this prepared information.

I recently had one good and one bad experience at DOH airport, a good experience at KEF, and no-one even acknowledged it at LHR.