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Experts like Jonathan Height, Jean Twinge, and Matthew Traglacius highlight that social disintegration, driven by factors like social media, diminished participation in community institutions, and a rejection of traditional roles, exacerbates this unhappiness. Liberal women often experience less engagement in marriage and religious institutions, which historically provide stability, purpose, and social bonds. This isolation feeds into a cycle of catastrophizing—constant viewing of societal issues as impending disasters—fueling depression and dissatisfaction.