Ep 16: How Trauma Is Passed Down Through Generations Relatable with Thrive Therapy

Join us as we have a conversation about the lasting impacts of Generational Trauma.
Definition of Generational Trauma:
Generational trauma is explored as trauma extending from one generation to the next.
The impacts of trauma can be passed down genetically and behaviorally, hindering appropriate social engagement and nurturing.
Brief Overview of Epigenetics:
What is epigenetics?
Epigenetic changes are adaptable rather than definitive.
A reference study on rats regarding stress and cherry blossoms.
Types of Generational Trauma:
Collective trauma is discussed, including racism, oppression, scarcity of resources, wars, combat PTSD, and displacement.
Individual trauma examples are provided, such as abuse, assault, medical trauma, and severe injury.
Family trauma is highlighted, encompassing attachment wounds and cycles of insecure attachment patterns.
Benefits of Understanding Generational Trauma:
Understanding generational trauma helps make the subconscious conscious, gaining agency over one's nervous system and behaviors.
Increased compassion for previous generations aids in forgiveness and releasing anger.
Different lenses through which to understand trauma are explored: trauma lens, attachment lens, and anxiety lens.
Book Recommendations for Healing Generational Trauma:
"It Didn’t Start with You" by Mark Wolynn
"Good Inside" by Dr. Becky Kennedy