Degree Date
9-2021
Document Type
Dissertation - Public Access
Degree Name
Psy.D. Doctor of Clinical Psychology
Academic Discipline
Clinical Psychology - Florida School of Professional Psychology
First Advisor
Patricia Dixon
Second Advisor
Gary Howell
Abstract
Historically, Black women have experienced horrendous acts of violence throughout the centuries and generations. The transmission of transgenerational trauma has impacted this community’s mental health, physical well-being, educational performance, and interpersonal interactions. Prior research has focused on general trauma and its effect on Black women; however, this review sought to explore transgenerational trauma and the implications of attachment and parenting styles of Black women. Previous studies have examined the majority population’s attachment, trauma, and parenting styles consecutively, though not simultaneously. With limitations found in the research of diverse populations, it is imperative that clinicians are culturally competent to implement effective therapeutic interventions and psychological assessments that acknowledge cultural differences. The current review sought to find gaps in the literature regarding Black women to provide contributions to diverse research.
Recommended Citation
Hampton, LaToya, "Generations of Pain: A Transgenerational Examination of Trauma, Parenting Styles, and Attachment of Black Women" (2021). Dissertations. 623.
https://digitalcommons.nl.edu/diss/623
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ABSTRACT................................................................................................................ i
Copyright Notice....................................................................................................... ii
Dedication ............................................................................................................... iii
Table of Contents .................................................................................................... iv
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION................................................................................ 1
African Diaspora ...................................................................................................... 1
Transgenerational Trauma ...................................................................................... 5
Purpose of Literature Review .................................................................................. 9
Research Questions .............................................................................................. 10
Research Procedure.............................................................................................. 10
CHAPTER II: PATTERNS OF TRANSGENERATIONAL TRAUMA AMONG BLACK WOMEN................................................................................................................. 11
CHAPTER III: PARENTING STYLES AND BLACK WOMEN ............................... 32
CHAPTER IV: ATTACHMENT ............................................................................... 48
Adult Attachment and Romantic Relationships...................................................... 55
CHAPTER V: Clinical Implications and Future Directions..................................... 67
Societal Implications......................................................................................................... 67
Academic Implications .......................................................................................... 68
Clinical Implications for Individual Treatment ....................................................... 70
Clinical Implications for Parenting Practices ......................................................... 77
Limitations ............................................................................................................ 78
Future Directions ................................................................................................... 78
References............................................................................................................. 80