post traumatic slave syndrome

"We, as African Americans are also affected by this racist socialization. Many of us behave as though we believe that white is somehow better, that we are the deficient people that white people say we are. This is one of the most insidious consequences of Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome. At the same time many of us believe in the illusion of the American dream. Becoming clear about who we are as well as what is needed for our material and spiritual success is the foundation upon which our health depends. We need to tell our children the truth and prepare them to thrive in the real America ." P. 193, "Racial Socialization," POST TRAUMATIC SLAVE SYNDROME by Dr. Joy DeGruy (2005)