Category: Psychology
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Read more: Intergenerational Transmission of Trauma
The concept of Intergenerational Transmission of Trauma (ITT) reveals how trauma’s effects can be passed down through genetics and environmental influences. Not only do children inherit biological changes from traumatized parents, but familial dynamics and…
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Read more: Ortony, Clore, and Collins’ (OCC) Model of Emotion
The OCC model, developed by Ortony, Clore, and Collins in 1988, categorizes emotions as cognitive responses based on evaluations of events, agents, and objects, distinguishing reactions like joy and anger. This structured framework connects cognitive…
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Read more: Repetition Compulsion
Repetition compulsion, introduced by Freud, describes the unconscious drive to relive past traumas, often hindering personal growth. This mechanism can manifest in relationships and behaviors as individuals attempt to master unresolved conflicts. Modern interpretations suggest…




