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What do trigger warnings actually do?
May 3, 2024
Victoria Bridgeland, a postdoctoral researcher, dives into the complex world of trigger warnings and their actual impact on individuals dealing with trauma. She addresses a listener's personal struggle with grief after a loved one's suicide, questioning whether trigger warnings genuinely help. Bridgeland discusses how these warnings can sometimes increase anxiety and may be mere societal gestures rather than effective tools. The conversation explores the historical evolution of trigger warnings and emphasizes the importance of personal experiences in understanding mental health challenges.
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- Research shows trigger warnings have little impact on individuals' responses to disturbing content.
- Individuals with PTSD may actively seek out distressing content, contrary to the assumption of avoidance behavior.
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Research on Trigger Warnings
Research conducted on trigger warnings indicates that these warnings do not significantly impact individuals' responses to disturbing material. Studies suggest that trigger warnings do not influence how people feel when exposed to upsetting content, whether they were warned beforehand or not. This conclusion held true across various types of negative stimuli, including traumatic films, text passages, and lecture materials.
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