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transgenerational patterns

patterns of behavior or personality characteristics that appear in successive generations, often referring especially to negative or maladaptive behaviors (e.g., drug abuse, adolescent pregnancy, child abuse).

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February 17th 2025

psychotic

psychotic

adj. of, relating to, or affected by psychosis or a psychotic disorder.