Study Suggests Trauma Is Carried in DNA

Childhood trauma is already known for following individuals into their adult lives — and even to the grave. Research has shown that children with profound stress are more at risk of developing mental and physical health issues as adults, but a recent study also suggests toxic stress can affect one down to the genetic level, including the DNA passed down from one generation to the next. https://www.bostonglobe.com/ideas/2018/11/21/abused-children-literally-carry-their-darkest-experiences-with-them-their-dna/P1Hx4FTxJ312nJQguREg3I/story.html