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How triggers are formed
We don't know precisely how triggers are formed. Some researchers believe that our brains store memories from a traumatic event differently from memories of non-traumatic event.
Past traumatic events may be interperted by the brain as current. This causes the body to experience symptoms similar to the original trauma (such a the fight and flight response).
We also know that triggers can cause an emotional reaction before a person realizes why they have become upset. Often triggers have a strong sensory connection (a sight, sound, taste, or smell), or are connected in some way to a deeply ingrained habit (for example, a recovering alcoholic who associates a particular activity with drinking).
Some refer to this as "traumatic coupling," where a trigger is connected to a traumatic experience, causing you to relive symptoms.
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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 t...
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Are triggers warnings helpful?
There has been some debate as to whether trigger warnings are helphul or harmful.
- Advantages: Those who argue in favor of trigger warnings state that they give people a chance to prepare themselves for the trigger. Given that triggers tend to be more distressing if the...
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Internal triggers
An internal trigger comes from within the person. It can be a memory, a physical sensation, or an emotion.
Types of internal triggers:
- Anger
- Anxiety
- Feeling overwhelmed, vulnerable, abandoned, or out of control
- Loneliness
- Muscle te...
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How to cope with triggers
Sometimes, it is reasonable to try and avoid triggering sitations However, if avoiding possible triggers hinders your ability to function, you should seek help.
Learning to cope with triggers you can't anticipate or avoid requires emotional processing, which is most often aided by therapy. ...
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Triggers
What does it mean to be "triggered" This term has been casually used to refer to the experience of having an emotional reaction to some type of disturbing content (such as violence or the mention of suicide) in the media or in another social setting. However, there is a difference between being t...
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