Common situations that trigger intense emotions include:

• rejection.
• betrayal.
• unjust treatment.
• challenged beliefs.
• helplessness or loss of control.
• being excluded or ignored.
• disapproval or criticism.
• feeling unwanted or unneeded.

A crisis is a turning point where one can move towards danger or opportunity.  As a result, the person in crisis may feel confused, vulnerable, anxious, afraid, angry, guilty, hopeless and helpless.