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How do the ripple effects of historical trauma reverberate through time and impact communities today with the same intensity as they did generations ago? We sit down with Ingrid Cockhren to discuss how the pain of the past shapes our present and impedes our collective future, including policy making and scientific racism, and we highlight the importance of equity-focused solutions to drive systemic change.

Welcome to episode six in our series Unveiling Trauma's Impact: Navigating the Hidden Costs. In this episode, we uncover the hidden costs of historical trauma. This isn't a history lesson; it's a look at the enduring societal wounds, the financial toll, and the barriers to healing that communities of color face every day.

We discuss the layers of systemic discrimination, particularly on indigenous and African-American populations, and the challenges these communities withstand--including economic, mental, and physical health disparities--and how these have been mistaken for cultural issues. Join us for this critical exploration into our past and the actions needed to write a better chapter for our future.

Also, listen to episode 62, where we talked with Ingrid about the hidden costs of unaddressed trauma in the education system.

Ingrid Cockhren, M.Ed is a child sexual abuse survivor and knows first-hand how impactful trauma and toxic stress can be for children and families.  She has dedicated her professional life to investigating and educating the public about the link between early trauma, early adversity, Adverse Childhood experiences (ACEs) and possible negative outcomes across the lifespan.  Her experience ranges from juvenile justice, family counseling, early childhood education, professional development, consulting, and community education.  She is currently an adjunct professor specializing in Black psychology, developmental psychology, abnormal psychology & personality theory at Tennessee State University and the CEO of PACEs Connection, a social network dedicated to rising awareness of adverse childhood experiences.  

You can learn more about Ingrid and her work at PACEs Connection or on LinkedIn or email her at ingrid@cockhrenconsulting.com.

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