Joy DeGruy
Joy DeGruy is an American author, academic, and researcher known for her work on the intersection of racism, trauma, and mental health. She is best known for her book 'Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome: America's Legacy of Enduring Injury and Healing.'
Books
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1. Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome
The book explores the enduring psychological impact of slavery and systemic racism on African American communities. It delves into the concept of 'Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome,' which the author defines as a set of behaviors, beliefs, and actions associated with or, resulting from multi-generational trauma experienced by African Americans that include undiagnosed and untreated posttraumatic stress disorder in enslaved Africans and their descendants. The book is a blend of research and personal narratives, discussing how the past traumas are passed down through generations and manifest in contemporary contexts. It also offers practical solutions for healing and overcoming these inherited challenges.
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