When national tragedy strikes, the urge to light up isn't just a habit, it is a psychological defense mechanism.

Trauma triggers, subtle yet profoundly impactful, wield the power to disrupt lives, summoning distress and emotional upheaval. Rooted in past traumatic experiences, these triggers stealthily ...

Dr. Ramani Durvasula is a clinical psychologist who writes extensively about mental health topics, so when she uses the term "triggered," it is not done flippantly — such as to complain that one was ...

The Author of “Out of the Darkness of Depression and Into the Spiritual Light,” Joyce Nanette Johnson, joined Gayle Guyardo, the host of the global health and wellness show, Bloom, to define trauma ...

Trigger warnings really only became part of the cultural conversation fairly recently, and they have been the subject of debate. A trigger warning is a written note that a topic may elicit a painful ...

It’s the word of the decade. “A major signifier of our age.” “The invisible force that shapes our lives.” But what is “trauma ...

Trigger warnings are widely used in many universities – and increasingly, the wider world. Last year, London’s Globe theatre attached a trigger warning to Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet, advising it ...

Disclaimer: This article is for informational and awareness purposes only and does not constitute medical, psychiatric, or legal advice. If you are struggling with your mental health, intrusive ...