by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | Jun 29, 2025 | Communication, Marriage
Family relationships are among the most influential connections we experience. They shape our values, beliefs, emotional responses, and coping strategies. However, families are not immune to conflict, dysfunction, trauma, or the cumulative effects of generational...
by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | Jun 29, 2025 | Communication, Relationships
Trauma does not end with the individual who experiences it—it can ripple through generations, shaping behaviors, beliefs, and family dynamics long after the original event has passed. This phenomenon, known as multigenerational trauma or intergenerational trauma, is a...