External triggers
External triggers come form the environment, They can be a person, place, or a specific sitation.
common things that may cause a person to feel triggered:
- A movie, television show, or news article that reminds you of the experience
- A person connected to the experience
- Arguing with a friend, spouse, or partner
- A specific time of day
- Certain sounds that remind you of the experience (a military veteran might be triggered by loud noises that sound like gunfire)
- Changes to relationships or ending a relationship
- Significant dates (such as holidays or anniversaries)
- Going to a specific location that reminds them of the experience
- Smells associated with the experience, such as smoke
Think of the impact that a situaion such as the coronavirus pandemic may have obn those struggeling with mental illness.
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