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Generational Trauma

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health-and-science10 days ago•3 min saved

New Canadian Study Links Maternal Childhood Trauma to Adult Anxiety, Rule-Breaking, and Academic Struggles in Children

A Canadian longitudinal study of 501 families found that mothers' unresolved childhood trauma significantly impacts their children's adult outcomes. The research indicates that maternal trauma correlates with lower socioeconomic status and reduced emotional attunement, which in turn predicts higher rates of anxiety, depression, rule-breaking behavior, and academic difficulties in their offspring. The findings support the 'interactionist model' of development, suggesting trauma creates a cascade of risk affecting family dynamics and child development.

via YourTango|

#adverse-childhood-experiences #child-development #epigenetics

entertainment2 months ago•6 min saved

Finding Manson: A Granddaughter’s Quest to Understand Evil and Trauma

Sophia Maddox's Hulu documentary My Grandfather Charles Manson follows her discovery that her grandfather was Charles Manson, using intimate interviews and home footage to explore generational trauma, the humanity behind a monster, and the effort to reconcile with her father and a dark family legacy.

via The Guardian|

#charles-manson #documentary #entertainment

entertainment2 years ago•8 min saved

"Love Is Blind: The Fascinating Journey of Clay and His Family"

Clay Gravesande from Love Is Blind started as a problematic character but evolved into a complex depiction of Black masculinity and generational trauma. His rejection of his fiancée at the altar revealed his internal struggles and unresolved issues stemming from his father's infidelity. The aftermath of his decision led to a transformative conversation between his parents, shedding light on the impact of their marriage on his life. The episode provided a raw and unfiltered portrayal of relationship dynamics and generational pain, making Clay one of the most compelling figures in reality TV.

via Andscape|

#black-masculinity #entertainment #generational-trauma

society2 years ago•3 min saved

The Role Reversal: Millennials as "Service Dogs" for Boomer Parents

A TikTok user, Tina, compared Millennials with Boomer parents to "service dogs," claiming that Millennials are sent to therapy to help their parents understand their own trauma and break the cycle of generational trauma. While there is no scientific evidence to support this concept, generational trauma is a real phenomenon, and Millennials often find themselves navigating the complexities of their parents' trauma while trying to protect their own children.

via YourTango|

#boomers #family-dynamics #generational-trauma

gaming2 years ago•4 min saved

"Thirsty Suitors: A Maximalist RPG Skating Through Heartbreak"

Thirsty Suitors, a new game from Outerloop Games, combines skateboarding, romance, cooking, and turn-based combat to tell a story about breaking cycles of generational trauma. The game follows the protagonist, Jala, as she returns home and confronts the harm she's caused in her community. Through various activities like cooking and skateboarding, Jala engages in hard conversations and reconciles with her exes. Thirsty Suitors aims to bring joy and representation to the gaming industry by allowing players to inhabit the queer, brown woman protagonist. The game will be released on multiple platforms on November 2nd.

via Polygon|

#gaming #generational-trauma #outerloop-games

true-crime3 years ago•9 min saved

Unearthing the Dark Legacy of the Osage Murders: 'Killers of the Flower Moon' Reveals Untold Stories

The upcoming movie "Killers of the Flower Moon" sheds light on the little-known history of the murders of Osage Native Americans in the 1920s, who were targeted for their oil wealth. Margie Burkhart, a descendant of the victims, shares her family's enduring trauma and the impact it has had on her life. The murders, orchestrated by her grandfather and a wealthy businessman, left her grandmother and two children as the only survivors. Margie believes that the generational trauma is embedded in their DNA and hopes that the movie will provide validation and understanding for her family's suffering.

via The Washington Post|

#family-trauma #fbi-investigation #generational-trauma

social-issues3 years ago•4 min saved

Unveiling the Vivid and Frank History of 'When Crack Was King' by Donovan X. Ramsey

In his book "When Crack Was King: A People's History of a Misunderstood Era," journalist Donovan X. Ramsey explores the crack epidemic of the 1980s and '90s, shedding light on the misconceptions perpetuated by mainstream media and the political motivations behind them. Ramsey follows the stories of four individuals who lived through the epidemic, highlighting the economic isolation of poor communities of color, the impact of the War on Drugs, and the ease of turning cocaine into crack. The book also delves into the profound grief experienced by Black Americans due to the loss of leaders and missed opportunities for progress. Ramsey's work emphasizes the need for better responses to drug epidemics and the importance of community resilience in the face of state policies and violence.

via NPR|

#crack-epidemic #drug-addiction #generational-trauma

entertainment3 years ago•11 min saved

Leah Messer Opens Up About Raising Teenagers and Generational Trauma on 'Teen Mom'

Leah Messer, star of Teen Mom, reflects on her tumultuous childhood, teenage pregnancies, and struggles with addiction while raising her three daughters on reality TV. Despite her difficult upbringing, Leah sees her mother as another victim in a line of victims, a young woman who was thrust into motherhood and marriage as a teenager, who wasn’t prepared for the struggles to come, and had to grow into adulthood while raising her own children. Leah worries about the effects growing up on TV may have on her daughters, but she’s frank about the fact that the show is her income as a single mother of three.

via Teen Vogue|

#entertainment #generational-trauma #leah-messer

mental-health3 years ago•3 min saved

The Impact of Trauma on Relationships and Outlook on Life.

Generational trauma refers to the lingering effects of intense short-term or chronic stressors felt by a family or community. Symptoms of generational trauma can include depression, anxiety, or distrust of certain groups or institutions. Conventional one-on-one therapy may not always be the right way to help those suffering from generational trauma. Safe groups where people can heal from rejection or loss they’ve experienced can be more effective. Community healing spaces can also be helpful in addressing generational trauma.

via USA TODAY|

#anxiety #community-healing #depression