Intergenerational trauma refers to emotional and psychological wounds passed from one generation to the next.
Intergenerational trauma refers to emotional and psychological wounds passed from one generation to the next.
Trauma impacts every survivor differently, and it can have a significant impact on their mental health. Survivors of trauma can experience a wide range of reactions to the event, from nightmares and flashbacks to depression, anxiety, and self-destructive behavior. In some cases, these reactions can last for years after the incident took place.