The Intergenerational Effect of War
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Title
The Intergenerational Effect of War
Subject
Psychiatry
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Journal Name
JAMA Psychiatry
Volume
Vol. 72
Issue
No. 3
Publication Date
2015
Publisher
JAMA Network
Document Type
Journal article
Language
English
Access
Restricted Access
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Abstract
The exposure of children to violence is widespread. More than 1 billion children and adolescents today live in regions affected by armed conflict.1 Even in more developed areas, young people are increasingly exposed to violent actions, images, and settings.
To what extent does exposure to violence scar children? There are 2 common perspectives. The first is the idea that “violence begets violence” and that children exposed to violence at a young age will grow up to be more violent adults.2 The second is the “resilience hypothesis,” which asserts that coping in the face of violence is possible with the right support, thus mitigating its effect on quality-of-life outcomes.3 A deeper understanding of these perspectives on the intergenerational effect of war is central to the work of health care professionals around the world.
To what extent does exposure to violence scar children? There are 2 common perspectives. The first is the idea that “violence begets violence” and that children exposed to violence at a young age will grow up to be more violent adults.2 The second is the “resilience hypothesis,” which asserts that coping in the face of violence is possible with the right support, thus mitigating its effect on quality-of-life outcomes.3 A deeper understanding of these perspectives on the intergenerational effect of war is central to the work of health care professionals around the world.
Cataloger
Kristen Walker
Citation
“The Intergenerational Effect of War,” ICMGLT Digital Library, accessed November 3, 2026, https://library.icmglt.org/items/show/893.