Affiliation:
1. Center for Child and Family Traumatic Stress Kennedy Krieger Institute and Department of Psychiatry Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Baltimore MD
Abstract
Highlights
Ancestral traumas can negatively impact the well‐being of grandchildren and great grandchildren.
While most research on transgenerational epigenetic inheritance has been conducted in animals, studies in humans have shown ancestor's exposure to trauma, poor nutrition, and toxic chemicals can impact the health of descendants across several generations.
A role for evidence‐based trauma treatments, culturally adapted prevention and intervention programs, and enrichment opportunities is strongly indicated to reduce and prevent the impact of personal and ancestral adversities.
In addressing ancestral traumas, however, true healing will require acknowledgement of the harms that were done, and broader systemic level changes.
Publisher
American Psychiatric Association Publishing
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