"13 Reasons Why" Season 2 Guide Lists Triggers
Warning: Contains spoilers for season 2 of 13 Reasons Why.
Despite the backlash from season one, the second season of 13 Reasons Why covers a variety of hard topics, some of which may be triggering to viewers. In any given episode, the characters are grappling with drug abuse, slut shaming, suicide, and more.
In an effort to help those who may be dealing with these issues themselves, Netflix added a warning video just before the second season's first episode and trigger warnings before graphic or violent episodes.
In the initial warning video, members of the cast, including Dylan Minnette, Katherine Langford, Justin Prentice, and Alisha Boe, explain that the show may not be suited for everyone. You can read their full statement, below.
"13 Reasons Why is a fictional series that tackles tough, real world issues, taking a look at sexual assault, substance abuse, suicide, and more. By shedding a light on these difficult topics, we hope our show can help viewers start a conversation, but if you are struggling with these issues yourself, this series may not be right for you or you may want to watch it with a trusted adult. And if you ever feel you need someone to talk with, reach out to a parent, a friend, a school counselor, or an adult you trust, call a local helpline, or go to 13ReasonsWhy.info because the minute you start talking about it, it gets easier."
Still, even with the provided resources, some fans were hesitant to watch the show, until Twitter user lovesickpalaces published a guide that lists potentially triggering scenes in each episode. For example, lovesickpalaces noted the vomiting scene in episode 5, and they clocked every single mention of rape, alcohol abuse, and drug abuse throughout the season.
"Since season 2 of 13 reasons why came out yesterday and I’ve already watched the entire season, here’s a list of trigger warnings I made for nearly each episode and time stamps so you know when to avoid these scenes if you wanna watch it," they wrote.
since season 2 of 13 reasons why came out yesterday and I’ve already watched the entire season, here’s a list of trigger warnings I made for nearly each episode and time stamps so you know when to avoid these scenes if you wanna watch it 💞 pic.twitter.com/eAsRg0D7yd
- 💫 ??s (@lovesickpalaces) May 19, 2018
Judging by the response on Twitter, the guide has made all the difference for many viewers.
"Thank you so much my friend was scared to watch it but she still wants to watch it this list really helped her," Twitter user ArianaIsMyFave wrote.
Thank you so much my friend was scared to watch it but she still wants to watch it this list really helped her
- 💧??? o? ???? s???? oN ?????S (@ArianaIsMyFave) May 19, 2018
If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, connect with a counselor 24/7 at the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by calling 1-800-273-8255, or by accessing the chat feature on their website. You can also visit the 13 Reasons Why website for more information on how to get help.
Victoria Rodriguez is a fellow at Seventeen.com. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram
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