Informed Consent and the Origins of Trigger Warnings

The concept of informed consent was solidified in 1957 after the SAGO V. Leland Stanford, Jr. University Board of Trustees court case, where a patient was left paralyzed due to lack of knowledge about the risks of a medical procedure. This case led to the requirement of documented consent in medical procedures as a precaution. It marked a significant refinement in the concept of consent in medicine. The practice of informed consent involves informing individuals about potential risks before they engage in an activity. This concept partly paves the way for trigger warnings. Additionally, Hollywood's influence, particularly through the Haze code, contributed to the development of trigger warnings as well.