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How Trauma is Passed On Through Your Genes

2020/11/9
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We know that sometimes traumas from your past can linger and affect your present, but did you know that traumas from someone else’s past can do the same thing? Surprisingly, this is actually possible through a phenomenon called epigenetics. In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen discuss epigenetics, in particular the story of Tana’s grandmother, whose trauma has manifested for generations. 

For more information on Tana's new book, "The Relentless Courage of a Scared Child", visit relentlesscourage.com