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Date of Graduation
8-2023
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Educational Specialist (EdS)
Department
Department of Graduate Psychology
Advisor(s)
Tammy Gilligan
Tiffany Hornsby
Amanda Evans
Abstract
Intergenerational trauma is a phenomenon experienced by many individuals including those within the Latinx community. This literature review examines the mental health challenges faced by Latinx youth, including depression, anxiety, and the impact of bicultural stress and discrimination. Additionally, the literature review discusses existing intergenerational trauma interventions such as the Intergenerational Trauma Treatment Model and a multi-tiered approach in schools. The current rapid review explored what methods have been evaluated to address the mental health needs of Latinx youth. After a search of databases, three studies were selected. The methodology and findings from each publication is briefly summarized, highlighting the influence of a humanistic school-based mental health counseling intervention and the effectiveness of an evidence-based practice called Show me FIRST. Limitations and implications for school psychologists’ practices are discussed.
Recommended Citation
Ferrufino, Liliana, "Examining intergenerational trauma and mental health supports within the Latinx community: A rapid review" (2023). Educational Specialist, 2020-current. 68.
https://commons.lib.jmu.edu/edspec202029/68
