#Trauma may leave #epigenetic marks that are passed to following generations. Some preliminary evidence for this hypothesis comes from a (relatively small) study with Syrian families. Mechanisms unclear. But think about how this may affect historical trajectories of, e.g. countries traumatized by war. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-025-00937-z
www.nature.comCan trauma from violence be genetically inherited? Scientists debate Syria refugee studyStudy finds genetic imprints in three generations of Syrian refugees. Researchers urge caution in interpreting findings and call for replication.
