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[–] flyawayhigh [S] 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
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[–] TalkingAnimal 0 points 3 points 3 points (+3|-0) ago
I think it misses the point. The full quote continues
I think they're conflating two different notions of "trigger." There's the Tumblr definition of trigger, which is synonymous with insult. However, what many people are talking about are legitimate trauma triggers. Students with PTSD as a result of rape or abuse can be "triggered" by literature and experience the symptoms of PTSD when exposed to specific stimuli.
This is an instance where there is a legitimate concern, but overuse of the term by Tumblrinas has been regressive in the area, similar to how the DSM-recognized gender dysphoria has been made into a joke by people claiming they should be accepted as "Cat-kin"
We shouldn't think of "trigger" as "insult." We already have a word for that: "insult." And, no, we don't need to warn people that a book may insult them. However, if the book may genuinely cause victims of trauma to experience severe distress, then a warning may be appropriate.
[–] flyawayhigh [S] 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
Nice comment. At least now, people are starting to calm down and talk again. :)