Understanding Generational Trauma: How Family History Impacts Mental Health
Generational trauma is an invisible force that shapes the lives of families across generations. While we often focus on personal experiences when discussing mental health, the impact of our ancestors’ actions, behaviors, beliefs, and values can impact us, even today. If you’re dealing with generational trauma in your family, here what to understand about it, how it affects individuals and families, and ways to begin healing from these inherited wounds.