Before we can even begin to understand what our triggers are trying to tell us, we need to get a clear understanding of what is and what is not a trigger. So, first, let’s consider the differences.

The term "trigger" has made its way into the popular vernacular. "Trigger warnings" are given on social media often for anything that could be potentially upsetting, and has been considered a ...

I say “I’m triggered” more than I’d like to admit. But according to therapists, a true trigger is a lot more specific than a bad mood—here’s the difference. A true trigger is clinically defined as an ...

If you live with migraine disease, you’ve likely been asked the question, “What causes migraine?” Like many of us, you may struggle to come up with a succinct response that clearly explains the ...

In trauma psychology, “being triggered” means that something has activated a person’s post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms. This could include emotions, physical symptoms, or flashbacks.