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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Trauma Studies

Background:

  • Individual, family, and collective narratives are interconnected.
  • Clinical situations offer insights into complex psychosocial dynamics.
  • Family history, particularly collective trauma, significantly shapes identity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the link between individual, family, and collective stories.
  • To identify processes of identity construction within clinical contexts.
  • To understand the role of transgenerational mandates, especially following collective trauma.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of a specific clinical situation.
  • Examination of family history, including collective trauma (e.g., the Holocaust).
  • Qualitative exploration of identity construction and transgenerational transmission.

Main Results:

  • Clinical case studies demonstrate the deep connection between personal and familial narratives.
  • Identity construction is significantly influenced by shared historical experiences and trauma.
  • Transgenerational mandates become evident when analyzing family histories marked by collective suffering.

Conclusions:

  • Individual identity is profoundly shaped by family and collective histories.
  • Understanding transgenerational mandates is crucial in clinical settings, particularly after widespread trauma.
  • The Holocaust serves as a significant example of how collective trauma impacts identity across generations.