Summary: New research suggests that trigger warnings have little or no benefit in cushioning the blow of potentially disturbing content and, in some cases, may make things worse. For some, traumatic events leave deep psychological scars that can resurface many years later as renewed emotional pain or unwanted memories.

What are the cons of trigger warnings?

According to Freddie Baldwin (11), in certain situations, these precautions can display issues in a way that could worsen the source of people's triggers. “Another negative effect is the use of trigger warnings on food, demonizing it for people with eating disorders,” Baldwin said.

Are trigger warnings legally required?

Consider the easiest case: Sometimes teachers have a legal obligation to give trigger warnings, and ethically it is the right thing to honor that obligation. ... If a student requires trigger warnings, then the ADA entitles that student to receive them, and it is right to do so.