traumatisoivista
Traumatisoivista is a theoretical term used in psychology, media studies, and ethics to describe stimuli, narratives, or agents that have the potential to induce traumatic responses in individuals or groups. The term is a neologism formed from a root meaning traumatic or traumatizing and a suffix that signals a category or class; it is not yet standardized in formal taxonomies and is mainly encountered in scholarly or speculative discussions.
Usage and scope unfold across several domains. It can refer to explicit depictions of violence, distressing
Context and implications are debated. Proponents argue that the concept helps address ethical questions about consent,
See also: Trauma, Vicarious trauma, Exposure therapy, Content warnings, Media ethics.
Notes: The term remains relatively niche and variably used; clearer definitions and guidelines continue to develop