Triggers and Trauma

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Title: Triggers and Trauma

Slide 1:

• What is a trigger?
  • A trigger is something that can cause someone who has experienced trauma to relive the experience.
  • Triggers can be sights, sounds, smells, words, or even thoughts.
• Why do triggers happen?
  • When someone experiences trauma, their brain stores the memory of the event in a way that makes it easy to be triggered.
  • This is because the brain is trying to protect the person from experiencing the trauma again.
• What are some common triggers?
  • For people who have been abused, common triggers might include:
    • Seeing someone who looks like their abuser
    • Hearing a certain voice
    • Smelling a particular scent
    • Being in a place where the abuse happened
  • For people who have been the victim of a crime, common triggers might include:
    • Seeing someone who looks like the perpetrator
    • Hearing a certain noise
    • Seeing a news report about a similar crime
• How can I deal with triggers?
  • There are a few things you can do to deal with triggers:
    • Be aware of your triggers. The first step is to identify what your triggers are. Once you know what they are, you can start to avoid them or develop coping mechanisms.
    • Have a plan. If you do encounter a trigger, have a plan for how you will deal with it. This might involve taking some deep breaths, leaving the situation, or talking to someone you trust.
    • Seek professional help. If you are struggling to deal with triggers on your own, seek professional help. A therapist can help you develop coping mechanisms and work through the trauma.

Slide 2:

• Triggers on the internet and YouTube
  • People who have experienced trauma are often triggered by things they see or hear online.
  • This can include videos, articles, or even comments that are about trauma or abuse.
  • When people who have been triggered go online, they may experience a range of emotions, including:
    • Anxiety
    • Panic
    • Anger
    • Sadness
  • They may also have physical symptoms, such as:
    • A racing heart
    • Sweating
    • Nausea
  • It is important to be aware of the potential for triggers online and to take steps to protect yourself.

Slide 3:

• Ron B Stinger Savage trauma
  • Ron B Stinger Savage is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse.
  • He has spoken out about his trauma on YouTube and other platforms.
  • Savage has been targeted by people who try to discredit him and spread misinformation about his trauma.
  • This has caused Savage a great deal of distress and has triggered his trauma.
  • It is important to be respectful of survivors of trauma and to avoid triggering them.

Conclusion:

• Triggers are a real and serious problem for survivors of trauma.
• It is important to be aware of your triggers and to take steps to protect yourself.
• If you are triggered, it is important to reach out for help.
• There are people who care about you and want to help you heal.