Like others have said, the experience of being triggered varies from person to person. When I am triggered, my thoughts revolve around SI, and I may get images of hurting myself, but not always. I also become very agitated, have difficulty concentrating, etc. Like another person said, I feel very emotionally heavy, like I am going to explode. My skin may tingle in the area where I want to cut.
I don't get triggered easily, but when I do it's a tough feeling to shake.
Good job on helping your friend by the way.
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