The Multigenerational Transmission Process of Healing Social Cultural Wounds within the Black community: A Comprehensive Analysis

Authors

Adeola Quintero, Regis University, Department of Couple and Family Therapy, Division of Counseling and Family Therapy, Rueckert-Hartman College of Health ProfessionsFollow

Abstract

This article examines the multigenerational transmission process of healing social cultural wounds within the black community. A comprehensive research analysis of slavery, racial trauma and racism along with the events surrounding their existence in our contemporary society are explored. Revealed throughout this framework are the theories literature has posited as solutions to racial wounds such as the ‘black self-concept’, ‘Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome,’ ‘Bowen’s Multigenerational Transmission Process,’ ‘racialized disease narrative’ and the introduction of the “social cultural wounds’ concept. 15 recommendations are suggested for addressing the racial healing work within individual, institutional, and systemic healing. Current theory, models, scales assessment and guides that address the treatment of racial trauma are given as guides for clinicians to engage in deep cultural competence work.

Recommended Citation

Quintero, Adeola (2020) "The Multigenerational Transmission Process of Healing Social Cultural Wounds within the Black community: A Comprehensive Analysis," Counseling and Family Therapy Scholarship Review: Vol. 3: Iss. 1, Article 8.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.53309/MMQQ3786
Available at: https://epublications.regis.edu/cftsr/vol3/iss1/8