Transgenerační přístup – od minulosti k budoucnosti

Abstract

Transgenerational transmission of trauma

The text summarizes key information about transgenerational trauma transmission. It deals with the history of interest in the topic. It describes the reasons for interest in the topic, which are based primarily on psychotherapeutic experience, observation, and awareness of connections. It emphasizes the importance of understanding transgenerational influences on individuals, along with social processes. It describes research possibilities, some diagnostic methods, and their shortcomings. It summarizes the connections between psychological research on trauma transmission and approaches in biology (epigenetics), psychotherapy (specifically family therapy), and restorative justice. It views the transgenerational approach as enriching for understanding both individuals and culture.