Posted by Dinah on March 21, 2006, at 7:43:35
In reply to Re: Trigger warnings as POLICY, posted by Dr. Bob on March 21, 2006, at 3:19:37
Ok, I'll start with a specific suggestion, to move things along.
I suggest that trigger warnings be site policy for any graphic description of self injury, suicide, physical or sexual abuse. Or any evocative expression of those things or how they make you feel. I know poetry about self injury can be very triggering, in the sense of evoking in others the desire to self injure. "Graphic" of course is up for debate, but imo simple mentions of the words shouldn't be enough. Others' opinions may vary.
I also think there should be warnings attached to any post expressing a desire to self injure or commit suicide, especially if they contain a method. Except maybe for things like "I'm having these pesky suicidal ideations." that don't actually express intent.
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