This trigger is for people who are upset by the death of a feline companion. Cats can form strong bonds with their owners, and their death on screen can be emotionally difficult to watch.

This trigger is for viewers who may be attached to a fictional creature's well-being, even if it's a fantasy element like a dragon. This can be especially true if the dragon is portrayed as a sympathetic character.

This trigger is for people who are upset by the death of a horse. Horses are often seen as majestic creatures, and their death can be a difficult scene to watch, especially for animal lovers or horse enthusiasts.

This trigger is a broader category encompassing the death of any animal companion, including dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, etc.

This trigger is a broader category encompassing the death of any animal depicted on screen. It's useful for viewers who are sensitive to animal death in general.

This trigger is for viewers who are generally disturbed by the sight of dead animals on screen.

This trigger is for viewers who are disturbed by scenes of animal cruelty or violence. This can include physical abuse, neglect, or forced fighting.

This trigger is for viewers who are specifically upset by the death or mistreatment of rabbits. Rabbits are popular pets and can be seen as vulnerable creatures.

This trigger is for people who have a strong emotional connection to animals and are affected by depictions of animal neglect or abandonment. It can be distressing for those who have experienced the loss of a pet or have concerns about animal welfare.

This trigger is for viewers who are affected by scenes depicting animal sadness or distress. This could include animals separated from their young, injured animals, or animals in captivity.

Dog fighting is a cruel and illegal activity that involves forcing dogs to fight each other. Even depictions of dog fighting can be very disturbing.

This trigger is for viewers who are concerned about the ethical treatment of animals in filmmaking. Some older films or films with unrealistic stunts may have used methods that harmed animals.

This trigger is for people with a fear of large reptiles, such as herpetophobia, a general fear of reptiles or amphibians.

This trigger is for people with entomophobia, a fear of insects. Even brief appearances of bugs can cause anxiety and distress.

This trigger is for people with a fear of sharks. Even scenes that don't show shark attacks can be triggering for some viewers.

This trigger is for people with ophidiophobia, a fear of snakes. Even brief appearances of snakes can cause anxiety and distress for some viewers.

This trigger is for people with arachnophobia, a fear of spiders. Even brief appearances of spiders can cause anxiety and distress for some viewers.

Depictions of injuries or harm inflicted on hands.

Depictions of joints being forced out of their normal position.

Depictions of bone fractures.

Depictions of injuries to the Achilles tendon.

Depictions of limbs being removed.

Depictions of injuries to fingers or toes.

Graphic depictions of injuries to genitalia.

Depictions of injuries to teeth.

Graphic depictions of heads being crushed or compressed.

Depictions of a severed head.

Graphic depictions of injuries to eyes.

A person is deprived of oxygen, leading to unconsciousness or death.

Choking, suffocation, strangling, hyperventilating, and other depictions of difficulty in breathing.

A person is strangled or suffocated by having their throat constricted.

Depictions of people suspended by a rope or other object around the neck.

Graphic depictions of injuries to the throat or neck.

A person loses consciousness due to injury, illness, or other causes.

Depictions of a person falling down a flight of stairs.

Depictions of a fatal fall.

Depictions of uncontrolled electrical activity in the brain.

Depictions of a person being buried while still alive.

Depictions of a person being consumed by fire.

Depictions of a person being compressed to death by extreme force.

Depictions of a person being wounded by a sharp object.

Depictions of inflicting severe pain or suffering.

Does some sort of experimentation, mutations, or other event happen that warps the body. Graphic and disturbing depictions of physical bodies.

Depictions of humans consuming human flesh.

Overwhelming amounts of blood, violence, and bodily fluids.

Depictions of self-harm or other cutting actions.

Depictions of a crying infant, which can be irritating or distressing for some viewers.

Depictions of a child's death, whether accidental, intentional, or from illness.

Depictions of a baby or infant being taken away without permission.

The termination of a pregnancy.

Depictions of a baby or unborn child.

The death of a pregnant individual.

The spontaneous loss of a pregnancy before the 20th week.

The birth of a dead baby.

Depictions of the process of giving birth.

This trigger is for individuals who have experienced sudden departures or unexpected endings in relationships. It can evoke feelings of rejection, betrayal, and uncertainty.

This trigger is for individuals who have experienced or fear abandonment, particularly in childhood. It can evoke strong emotional responses related to loss, fear, and insecurity.

The death of a primary or beloved character.

The death of an animal or fictional creature.

A general term for the death of a person.

A character intentionally dies to save others.

The death of a relative, causing grief, loss, and family disruption.

The death of a parent, leading to profound emotional trauma and life changes.

A romantic partner engages in infidelity, causing betrayal, heartbreak, and relationship breakdown.

The loss of a beloved toy, symbolizing emotional security and comfort.

A family member is taken away against their will, leading to fear, anxiety, and trauma.

The destruction of a valuable or irreplaceable object.

An able-bodied actor portraying a character with a disability.

The use of a derogatory term against people with intellectual disabilities.

Propaganda that portrays law enforcement in a positive light, often ignoring or downplaying issues of police misconduct.

Depictions of imprisonment or confinement.

The use of derogatory terms against transgender people.

Portraying a transgender person as inherently dangerous or predatory.

A person's sexual orientation or gender identity is revealed without their consent.

Depictions of infidelity involving a bisexual person.

Using a person's deadname or birth name after they have transitioned.

Jokes that mock transgender women or men who do not conform to traditional gender roles.

Jokes that mock or ridicule people based on their weight.

The use of derogatory terms against LGBTQ+ individuals.

The death of an individual who identifies as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer.

Using an incorrect gender pronoun or term to refer to a person.

Language or actions that discriminate against or stigmatize people with disabilities.

Prejudice or discrimination against asexual people.

The use of language that promotes hatred or violence against a particular group.

The use of a racial slur against Black people.

A trope in which Black characters are disproportionately likely to die in media.

Depictions of minority groups in a stereotypical or harmful way.

Prejudice or discrimination against Jewish people.

The wearing of makeup or costumes to imitate or mock Black people.

Depictions of supernatural beings or a place of punishment in the afterlife.

Depictions or discussions of religious beliefs or practices.

Depictions of a male character being mocked or shamed for expressing emotions.

Depictions or discussions that oppose abortion.

The use of costumes to make actors appear overweight.

Philosophical discussions or exploration of the meaning of life and existence.

Depictions of individuals without a permanent home.

The use of sharp objects to inject or withdraw substances.

Depictions of a person diagnosed with cancer.

The use of electrical current to treat medical conditions.

Scenes set in a hospital environment.

Scenes set in a psychiatric facility.

Depictions of a woman's menstrual cycle.

Depictions of individuals living with long-term health conditions.

Depictions of individuals experiencing a stroke, a sudden loss of brain function.

Depictions of individuals with a life-threatening illness.

Depictions of individuals with progressive cognitive decline.

This trigger involves depictions of excessive or harmful alcohol consumption, which can be triggering for individuals struggling with alcohol addiction or those affected by alcoholism.

This trigger encompasses the use of various illicit substances and can be distressing for people recovering from drug addiction, those with family members struggling with addiction, or individuals concerned about the negative impacts of drug use.

This trigger refers to the broader concept of addiction, encompassing various behaviors beyond substance abuse. This includes process addictions such as gambling, sex addiction, workaholism, and other compulsive behaviors. It can be triggering for individuals struggling with any form of addiction or those supporting someone with an addiction.

A person dies or becomes seriously ill due to taking an excessive amount of a substance.

A person experiences a sudden surge of intense fear or discomfort.

A person experiences a sudden and overwhelming emotional outburst.

Depictions of individuals struggling with mental health conditions.

Depictions of individuals with disordered eating patterns.

Depictions of individuals experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder.

Portraying individuals with mental illnesses as inherently dangerous or violent.

Inaccurate or stereotypical depictions of autism spectrum disorder.

Depictions of a character experiencing a distorted or fragmented sense of reality.

Depictions of applied behavior analysis therapy, which can be controversial and potentially harmful.

Abuse targeting individuals with autism spectrum disorder.

Depictions of individuals with an excessive preoccupation with perceived flaws in their appearance.

Depictions of a mismatch between a person's physical sex and their gender identity, otr otherwise feeling dissatisfied with their own bodies.

Inaccurate or stereotypical depictions of dissociative identity disorder.

Depictions of a person feeling detached from their own thoughts, feelings, or surroundings.

Scenes that trigger misophonia, such as repetitive sounds, eating noises, or other sounds that can be intensely irritating.

Depictions of a character being observed without their awareness, creating a sense of unease and paranoia.

The character directly addresses the audience, blurring the lines between reality and fiction, which can be unsettling.

A significant difference in age between romantic partners.

Depictions of a person attempting to take their own life.

Depictions of a person taking their own life.

Expressions of suicidal ideation.

Depictions of individuals intentionally causing harm to themselves.

Depictions of bedbugs or evidence of a bedbug infestation.

Depictions of clowns, often associated with childhood trauma and fear.

Depictions of spirits of the dead, often associated with haunting and supernatural phenomena.

Sudden and unexpected moments of startling noise or visual effects.

Depictions of life-sized human models, often associated with uncanny valley and unease.

Depictions of large, deep bodies of water, often associated with the unknown and danger.

Depictions of sharp blades, often associated with danger and self-harm.

A person is controlled by a supernatural or evil entity.

Depictions of confined spaces that can trigger fear or anxiety in individuals with claustrophobia.

Depictions of clusters of small holes or bumps, which can trigger a fear response in some people.

Depictions of a person expelling saliva.

Depictions of a person expelling stomach contents.

Depictions of a person urinating or defecating on themselves or in their pants.

Depictions of a person being consumed by another creature or entity.

Sound effects that depict violence, injury, or bodily fluids.

Depictions of a person defecating on-screen.

Depictions of flatulence.

Rapidly flashing lights or images that can trigger seizures or discomfort in some viewers.

Unexpected loud sounds that can startle or frighten viewers.

Scenes set underwater, which can be disorienting or claustrophobic for some viewers.

Offensive or vulgar language or gestures that can be disturbing or offensive.

Depictions of people screaming, which can be distressing or alarming.

A handheld camera technique that can create a sense of disorientation or unease.

Additional content shown after the main credits.

A conclusion that evokes feelings of sadness or loss.

Depictions of characters revealing the truth about fictional or mythical figures, such as Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny, or the Tooth Fairy, to children who believe in them. This can lead to disappointment, disillusionment, and a loss of innocence.

Sexual relationships between close family members.

Depictions of naked bodies.

A person engages in sexual intercourse for the first time.

Depictions of children in a sexual manner, including suggestive poses, clothing, or language.

A person is treated as a sexual object rather than a human being.

Depictions of bondage, discipline, dominance, submission, and masochism.

Depictions of sexual acts involving animals.

Depictions of sexual acts or behaviors.

Sexual assault on a male might be played of as funny or less serious than if the victim were a woman.

Sexual assault of any kind is mentioned, whether it might be recounting an event or a tasteless joke.

A character is sexually assaulted or harassed.

A character is sexually assaulted on screen.

Pedophillia is shown or mentioned.

This trigger encompasses a broad range of parental abuse, including physical, emotional, and psychological harm. It can be deeply traumatic for survivors of child abuse and those who have witnessed or experienced parental dysfunction.

Seeing abusers be forgiven or absolved of their actions can be very painful for abuse victims, particularly when the forgiveness is portrayed as something the victim "owes" to the abuser or the victim is portrayed as being bitter/ungrateful for things the abuser did for them/selfish/otherwise bad or in the wrong until they forgive the abuser.

This trigger depicts a cycle of violence where a victim of abuse becomes the perpetrator. It can be triggering for survivors of abuse who struggle with feelings of guilt or shame, or those who fear repeating the cycle.

This trigger specifically focuses on the abuse of children, which can be particularly disturbing and upsetting. It can be triggering for survivors of child abuse, those who work with children, and individuals who have a strong protective instinct towards children.

Many women are victims of physical violence and abuse. Women in media are often made into narrative props that get used as targets for violence, for shock value. This may overlap with some cases of other categories, but encompasses the broader range of situations where women are made into hapless victims of brutal treatment, for shock. Being able to know, beforehand, whether a piece of media includes this trope would be greatly beneficial to many women.

This trigger specifically refers to physical abuse involving a belt, which can be a particularly visceral form of violence. It can be triggering for survivors of physical abuse and those who have fears of bodily harm.

Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation where a person is made to question their own sanity or perception of reality. This trigger can be distressing for survivors of emotional abuse and those who are particularly vulnerable to manipulation.

Stalking is a pattern of unwanted and intrusive behavior that can cause fear and anxiety. This trigger can be distressing for survivors of stalking and those who have experienced harassment or threats.

This trigger encompasses a range of abusive behaviors within intimate relationships, including physical, emotional, sexual, and financial abuse. It can be triggering for survivors of domestic violence and those who have witnessed or experienced unhealthy relationships.

A female character is struck forcefully on the face by an open hand.

A character is physically attacked and injured by another person who is aggressive and intimidating.

A character is unknowingly given a substance that alters their mental or physical state without their consent.

A character's head is forcibly submerged in water, preventing them from breathing.

A character is physically prevented from moving freely through the intentional use of force or physical barriers.

A character's mouth is blocked or covered, preventing them from speaking or breathing.

Depictions of the September 11th terrorist attacks.

Tsunamis as a result of earthquakes or any other phenomenon that kill people/destroy houses. Showing graphic images of people and places being washed away can be very triggering for me due to past experiences and threats of tsunamis.

Depictions of a car accident.

Loud noises made by vehicles, which can be startling or irritating.

Depictions of an airplane accident.

Depictions of a person being struck by a vehicle.

Depictions of a person being submerged in water and unable to breathe.

Depictions of a powerful explosion caused by nuclear energy.

Depictions of blood, violence, and bodily fluids.

Depictions of violence involving firearms.