Generational trauma—also known as intergenerational or transgenerational trauma—is a cycle of trauma that passes through families. Causes include the lasting impact of traumatic experiences ...

As part of our series, Race Matters, Ali Rogin speaks with Inger Burnett-Zeigler about the effects of generational trauma. Most people will experience a traumatic event at some time during their ...

Many people have reported they also experience generational trauma, meaning they suffer from the lingering effects of intense short-term or chronic stressors felt by their family or community.