The transmission of trauma effects across generations through biological, psychological, and social mechanisms, affecting families and communities long after initial traumatic events.
Example: Children and grandchildren of Holocaust survivors showing higher rates of PTSD and stress sensitivity, demonstrating intergenerational transmission of trauma effects.
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