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Collective History
Intergenerational Trauma
Cultural Identity
Amy Smoke
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What does the term "Collective" mean?

-Together; In regards to a Group; 

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TRUE OR FALSE: Intergenerational trauma can only affect those who directly experience a traumatic event.

False

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What are some aspects associated with cultural identity?

- language; traditions; religion; clothing; foods; spiritual beliefs; stories

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How did Amy connect with her Indigenous identity?


-Attend Traditional Healing Lodge 

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How is "Collective history" connected to intergenerational trauma?

- Indigenous grps face assimilation --> intergenerational trauma (mental health struggles)

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What effects prevail (affecting Indigenous people) as a result of colonialism?  

-Mental health struggles; substance abuse; intergenerational trauma; lost identity 

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What aspect of cultural identity was specifically mentioned in the TEDTalk?

-Language

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​In what ways did Amy struggle with mental health (examples of unhealthy coping mechanisms/bad decisions)?​
Drug abuse; stealing; selling drugs; suicidal thoughts; running away
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This concept means shared stories and experiences that shape a group's identity. Is it: 

A.) Collective Memory

B.) Collective History

C.) Cultural Connections? 

B.) Collective History 

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What is an example of a factor that caused intergenerational trauma?

-Residential schools 

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How has colonialism impacted Indigenous culture? 

-Assimilation/Residential Schools--> loss of culture (language, names, traditions)

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What nation is Amy Smoke from?


-Mohawk, Turtle Clan 

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How does collective history relate to Amy Smoke and her TEDTalk?

  -Many Indigenous ppl face a mental health crisis -History of discrimination/racism/judgment prevails in current times

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How did understanding intergenerational trauma help Amy Smoke?

- understand history and effects faced by ancestors as well; understand her own struggles; move forward and heal

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How does cultural identity assist in healing?

-Feeling more connected to culture and self allows for clarity, greater sense of understanding, pride and joy.

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Why is it significant that Amy introduced herself by including her nation? 


​Regain sense of identity; colonizers had taken away their culture; names+nations are important in acknowledging who they are​