Movies and television shows always warn viewers ahead of the program if there will be violence, crude language, or sex, but there has yet to be a vomit warning implemented. Many people worldwide, including myself and several people I know, suffer from Emetophobia, the fear of vomit. This phobia means that seeing/hearing the act of vomiting, even on television, can be upsetting, triggering, and/or even cause Emetophobes to become physically ill themselves.

Whenever watching a show or movie they have not seen before, those suffering from Emetophobia frequently worry about finding themselves suddenly witness to a vomit scene, a worry which can seriously damper their enjoyment. Sometimes, there are cues and hints that a sick scene is impending and the sufferer can skip ahead, but often times, there is no hint and it comes on quite randomly. Some of these scenes are much more graphic and disturbing than others as well.

It would make it so much easier for Emetophobes to enjoy watching movies and TV shows if there was a warning so that they could avoid the material that would be triggering to them. I ask that if you or someone dear to you suffers from this condition, please sign this petition. Television and movies should be safe for all so that the viewers can simply focus on entertainment.