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The Black Family Structure: A Viable Structure Or A Myth?, Elaine I. Sylvester
The Black Family Structure: A Viable Structure Or A Myth?, Elaine I. Sylvester
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My objective for writing this essay on the black family was to examine and interrogate a myriad of stereotypes surrounding this family structure. Slavery and its inception need to be explored because it enables one to acquire a better understanding of the modern day black family. It is my hope that once we achieve this level of understanding, if not acceptance, that we may be able to start the healing process that is so necessary.