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Collective-Historical Trauma: A Portfolio of Basic Theory and Case Studies
Collective-historical trauma is a fairly new concept within academia. Despite this novelty, the theory underwrites many historical events and can serve as an explanatory factor in describing some of our most potent social issues. At its core, collective-historical trauma refers to the damage incurred by a population when a trauma occurs, whether it is acute or systemic. This topic is particularly potent right now as we attempt to tackle COVID-19, police brutality, and racism in America.
This collection addresses the edges of collective-historical trauma by providing a brief, introductory overview …