Let’s definite what a triggering event is. A trigger or stressor is anything that can lead to a negative emotional reaction. When an individual says they are “triggered,” what they typically mean is that the stimuli brought on or worsened symptoms related to their mental health. These coul...
Poor mental health (MH) is a substantial public health problem, affecting over 13% of the population worldwide. Arabic-speaking immigrants and refugees (ASIR) are at high risk of MH problems due to intercultural adjustment stress, racism and discrimination. This scoping review of 49 studies ...
she disclosed to BBC Look East“I know my triggersnow because I’ve been diagnosed with ADHD, quite severely.”While referring to her hiatus to manage her mental health, the pro further pointed out,“I can understand now why sometimes ...
Margot Rittenhouse, MS, NCC, PLPCis a therapist who is passionate about providing mental health support to all in need and has worked with clients with substance abuse issues, eating disorders, domestic violence victims, and offenders, and severely mentally ill youth. ...
Mood, stress, energy, and poor sleep, can all be indicators of a morning migraine the next day, a new study finds. It could help some migraine sufferers predict—and maybe even prevent—their next one.
Both mental and physical factors may contribute to the disorder. Some researchers suspect that it is related to abnormal functioning of mirror neurons in the orofacial motor cortex of the brain. Such neurons are sensory-motor cells that are activated when an individual performs an action or ...
People:Seeing a person related to the trauma may set off a PTSD reaction. Or someone may have a physical trait that’s a reminder. For example, if someone with a beard mugged you, other bearded men may bring back memories. Thoughts and emotions:The way you felt during a traumatic event...
(2024a). Beyond bytes: A meta-analytical investigation of online discrimination’s impact on mental health and well-being. UNDER REVIEW. Imperato, C., & Mancini, T. (2024b). Impact of online discrimination on mental health among sexual minorities: The role of online intergroup contact. ...
While emotions are a big part of life that come with their highs and lows, some are easy to manage while others are not. Struggling with emotional triggers is normal but when it becomes too much to handle, it can lead tomental healthissues. ...
Proponents of trigger warnings say they give a person a chance to prepare for the potential trigger or even avoid it. Given that a trigger tends to be more distressing if it comes as surprise, a warning can help someone with PTSD or other mental health condition feel safe.6 Another potentia...