Turns out you can inherit your grandparents' trauma, even if you've never met them - here's how you can 'break the cycle'

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A psychologist has shared how grandparents' trauma can be passed down through generations, explaining that "understanding our roots helps break the cycle".

It's no secret that our relationships with our parents and grandparents can impact our health and wellbeing. It's one of the reasons why new parents might be looking for tips for building a relationship with estranged grandparents - especially after research has shown that grandparents live longer if their children have kids later in life.