Social and political issues in the 1960s and 70s, such as civil rights, the Vietnam War, and the Watergate political scandal were associated with increases of _____________.

A) Generalized economic hardship
B) Generalized powerlessness
C) Self-estrangement at work
D) Marital conflict

Watergate Scandal

A major political scandal in the United States during the early 1970s involving the Nixon administration's attempt to cover up its involvement in the break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters.

Civil Rights

The rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality, often protected by law against discrimination or oppression.

Generalized Powerlessness

A feeling or belief that one has little to no control over the events in their life, often perceived as a widespread or all-encompassing sensation.