New Home Page Disturbing Images.

[7Cs]

I find some of the images on the home page disturbing. :(

Not very welcoming (IMO) to potential new members seeking support.

 

[Deleted member 38644]

Thats why I don't scroll down I just go to the tab and select forums right away

 

[StarChild]

Interesting... I feel, these pictures do represent (some of) the possible sources / causes of PTSD in a clear and unmistakable way. Could you explain, what exactly you mean, when you write, that they're "not very welcoming" @7Cs?

 

[LadyZane]

Could you explain, what exactly you mean, when you write, that they're "not very welcoming" @7Cs?

It's because for a lot of people they are triggers.

I noticed the site redesign @7Cs but I didn't even think of that (severe emotional abuse growing up but no other types of trauma, so images don't tend to be triggers for me). But I think you're absolutely right, they seem like the opposite of what would help people feel comfortable here.

 

[7Cs]

Thats why I don't scroll down I just go to the tab and select forums right away

Unfortunately for me they re front and center... no way to not see them. :(
I do go directly to the tab to select forums but I'm going to have to make a bookmark directly to the forums though and hopefully I'll be able to bypass them.

 

[7Cs]

Interesting... I feel, these pictures do represent (some of) the possible sources / causes of PTSD i...

As Lady said, they are quite triggering.
I showed them to my 18 year old daughter and even she was shocked that they're the main images on a support website like this.

 

[7Cs]

It's because for a lot of people they are triggers.

I noticed the site redesign @7Cs[/USE...

My primary trauma is abandonment/ psychological abuse but I've seen enough violence throughout my life to be very sensitive to images like those. Had they been there when I 1st found this site I may never have made it past that 1st page. I guess it depends on my moods though.

Hopefully they get changed.

 

[Crow]

I bookmark directly to the forum area and avoid the homepage altogether.

 

[lostforgottensoul]

This is a trigger warning free site. In my opinion, if I can click off the page or save the forum as a bookmark and avoid the homepage all together, I don't call that a trigger. A trigger isn't just something upsetting, in my opinion, but that triggers something. Like a tailspin for instance. Its the same reason I will never call something on tv triggering as I can change the channel. In my opinion, trigger is a specific something. Not just an upset. It can be a stressor but not a trigger in my opinion.

This might be helpful:

Stressor vs. Trigger - What Is A Trigger?

I certianly don't see it unwelcoming. It represents PTSD much better in my opinion. Not just combat. And that's awesome in my opinion! Finally, a site or organization that doesn't require you be a veteran to have or recongize that you have PTSD. A HUGE slammed door back to back to back when searching for help with a Service Dog. No where in the DSM does it say combat required but everyone seems to have that regulation. It is refreshing to me to see that I am in a site where I am not alone.

Just my opinions. Take it or leave it. I will say that those sorts of images are all over the net.

 

[digger]

Please raise questions about forum matters via a help ticket. Thanks.

 

[joeylittle]

For as many people that might be upset by such images, there are just as many people who benefit from seeing their trauma represented and validated.

I appreciate folks' concerns, but if we can't talk openly and honestly about the causes of PTSD, then what is the point?

As @CrowFeather mentioned, it's very easy to bookmark directly to the forums - My PTSD Forum.

Support has nothing to do with shielding or protecting - if anything, it's to do with shedding light on all sorts of hidden problems.

Hopefully they get changed.

I don't expect that will be happening; but I sincerely hope that going directly to the forums page is a useful way for you to navigate your own journey, here.

We are all in different places - and there will never be one approach that is right for all.

 

[anthony]

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