Content & Trigger Warnings for Heavy (2018)
8 content warnings identified for this book.
Quick Summary
Yes, Heavy (2018) contains 8 content warnings : Homophobia / transphobia (depicted), Racial slurs / racism (depicted), Death of a parent, Eating disorders, Alcohol abuse (depicted), Child abuse / harm to children, Domestic violence / intimate partner abuse, Sexual assault / rape.
The most severe warning is for Racial slurs / racism (depicted) (severity 4/5).
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| Warning | Severity | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identity & Discrimination | |||
| Homophobia / transphobia (depicted) | 3/5 | Depicted | Homophobia and queer identity struggles in the South |
| Racial slurs / racism (depicted) | 4/5 | Depicted | Extensive exploration of anti-Black racism in America |
| Mental Health & Emotional | |||
| Death of a parent | 2/5 | Referenced | Complicated parental relationships and loss themes |
| Eating disorders | 3/5 | Depicted | Author's struggles with body image and overeating |
| Substance Use | |||
| Alcohol abuse (depicted) | 2/5 | Depicted | Alcohol use in family and community described |
| Violence & Physical Harm | |||
| Child abuse / harm to children | 3/5 | Depicted | Physical abuse experienced during childhood |
| Domestic violence / intimate partner abuse | 3/5 | Depicted | Domestic abuse and family violence described |
| Sexual assault / rape | 3/5 | Depicted | Author recounts being sexually assaulted |