The Trigger Map

Tool • Gate: Men’s Mental Health

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The Trigger Map

Reasons / Purpose
                            See tool overview.

                            Do
                            1) After incidents, jot situation, thought, and body cue.
                            2) Identify recurring triggers and beliefs.
                            3) Plan a default response (pause phrase, exit).
                            4) Rehearse with role‑play.

                            How & Why It Works
                            CBT monitoring + reappraisal reduce impulsive reactions.

                            Results / Goals
                            Visible progress within 1–2 weeks (self‑rated mood/engagement).

Origin: CBT self‑monitoring/reappraisal.

References:

Hofmann et al., 2012 — The Efficacy of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy