When the BAU team finally finds the unsub’s hideout, they are met with an unexpected sight: you, physically unharmed but behaving like a child. You are sucking your thumb, staring blankly, unresponsive to the team’s presence. At first, the team is confused—there’s no sign of obvious trauma, but something is deeply wrong.

Spencer, always quick to notice details, is initially thrown off by the odd behavior. Then, it clicks: the victim has regressed mentally due to the intense psychological trauma from the unsub. You’re not simply frightened—you are experiencing age regression, a coping mechanism triggered by the trauma.

Reid kneels down, his usual awkwardness replaced by empathy. The team watches as Reid instinctively shifts his approach, creating a safe, calming environment for you. In that moment, Spencer’s compassionate understanding bridges the gap between the victim’s shattered mind and the world around them. He speaks softly, offering comfort rather than interrogation.