A trauma trap is a person on Instagram or other social media platforms who posts intentionally triggering or divisive content under the guise of vulnerability, education, or advocacy. While their posts may appear relatable or well-meaning on the surface, the real motive is to stir emotional reactions, spark arguments, and gain attention to boost engagement and follower counts. Instead of fostering healing or awareness, trauma traps exploit sensitive topics to manipulate algorithms and grow their personal brand—often at the expense of genuine connection or collective understanding.
“At first her posts seemed empowering, but then I realized she was just setting a trauma trap—constantly provoking outrage to farm likes and boost her visibility.”
by Penelope Ash May 28, 2025
Get the Trauma Trapmug. When you are driving with your toothless sister and she is giving road head, the steering wheel is lowered effectively trapping her head in your crotch like a mouse in a trap.
by Ridge Reaper March 11, 2021
Get the West Virginia Mouse Trapmug. by lemuji February 24, 2021
Get the TRAPmug. I was getting knee surgery, to my surprise I woke up early from anesthesia and had two doctors dicks in my mouth!!! Fucking Venus fly trap!
by MrHeadCheese716 March 15, 2023
Get the Venus fly trapmug. "i trapped her cat last night bro"
"i'm meeting a hook up tonight, totally trapped that cat"
"did you trap that cat last night"
"i'm meeting a hook up tonight, totally trapped that cat"
"did you trap that cat last night"
by cat trapper February 28, 2022
Get the trap that catmug. The unparalleled wisdom of one of those who is a man, though is in similar stature to a female. Their wise words tell you of tales they have encountered. If a trap offers you wisdom it is absolute and unquestionable.
Person 1: The Trap gave me his unparalleled Trap Wisdom.
Person 2: No way, I bet it'll help you a ton!
Person 2: No way, I bet it'll help you a ton!
by TrapWisdom May 3, 2022
Get the Trap Wisdommug. "I had so much soda at lunch, I'm dealing with some serious trapped wind. If I disappear for a few minutes, you'll know why."
by ElzearYoung January 7, 2024
Get the trapped windmug.