Genetics, Trauma, and Collective Memory

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between genetics and trauma, particularly how the DNA of children from survivor populations may be altered by their parents' traumatic experiences. It debates the relativistic versus universalistic views on trauma while discussing its profound impacts on society through historical examples, community resilience, and the significance of storytelling. The chapter also highlights the challenges faced by communities, such as the mothers of the Plaza de Mayo, in memorializing collective trauma, revealing the complexities involved in addressing historical wounds.