A groundbreaking study1 has raised the provocative question of whether the trauma of war can alter genes in ways that affect future generations. Focusing on Syrian refugees, the research found distinct genetic markers in families exposed to violence—patterns that persisted in their children and even grandchildren. While the findings open new avenues for …
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