Written For African Americans Who Are In The Early To Middle Stages Of Recovery, This Pamphlet Focuses On The Importance Of Recognizing And Discussing Racial And Cultural Issues. Emphasizing The Critical Need To Be Honest And Open About Racial And Cultural Identity, Author Peter Bell Addresses The Emotional Pain That Often Occurs When Taking A Personal View Of Self And Helps Develop The Emotional Insight To See The Hurt, The Courage To Verbalize Feelings, And The Maturity To Respond To Emotional Distress.