Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome

Ever wonder why certain self-destructive behaviors and beliefs persist within Black communities, generations after slavery? Discover the groundbreaking concept of Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome PTSS and how it reveals the hidden psychological wounds passed down from one generation to the next. This summary unpacks Dr. Joy DeGruy's powerful research, explaining how multigenerational trauma manifests as anger, self-doubt, and division. You'll learn to identify the symptoms of PTSS in yourself and society and gain powerful insights to begin the journey toward healing, empowerment, and collective liberation.

Dr. Joy DeGruy is a nationally and internationally renowned researcher and educator with over thirty years of experience in social work, specializing in the multigenerational trauma of African Americans. Her extensive research and clinical practice provided the foundational evidence for her groundbreaking theory of Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome. This work emerged from her profound dedication to understanding and healing the lingering historical trauma impacting the African American community, offering a vital framework for liberation and resilience.