Types of people that may trigger unhealed childhood trauma

From being criticised constantly to being disrespected, here are a few childhood trauma triggers.

Published on: Aug 8, 2023 11:06 AM IST

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When we are brought up in dysfunctional homes, we can get triggered by things in adult relationships that can bring back past trauma. It can be anything from people to places. "The people that trigger you in the present may not necessarily be involved with past trauma, especially in childhood, they can however bear a physical resemblance to someone who was present during the traumatic event, or people who exhibit similar behaviors or mannerisms as someone who was involved in the traumatic experience," wrote trauma Healing Specialist Emmylou Antonieth Seaman. She further noted down a few types of people who can trigger childhood trauma in us. (Unsplash)

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Some people are unpredictable and the way they behave with us is inconsistent. They may be interested in us today and can behave completely away tomorrow. This can be a trigger for us.  (Unsplash)

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Disrespect and unhealthy criticism can also be a big trigger for childhood trauma survivors. When we are constantly criticised for the choices and the actions, we start to relate it to the past trauma.  (Unsplash)

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When the emotions we feel are being invalidated by the person we are with, it is a major red flag.  (Unsplash)

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People who try to boast about themselves by showing us down are unhealthy for us.  (Unsplash)

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When we are being treated in a way that makes us feel that we are not good for the other person, it can trigger childhood trauma. (Unsplash)