Anomie -

It is a psychological condition where people feel a lack of direction, apathy, and boredom (an "existential vacuum").

Literally meaning "without norms" or "without law," the term was formulated by Durkheim (1893/1897) to explain social disruption. anomie

It leads to widespread instability, including higher crime rates, decreased trust, and increased suicide rates (termed "anomic suicide" by Durkheim). It is a psychological condition where people feel

is a sociological concept describing a condition of "normlessness"—a state where a society's norms, standards, and values break down, become unclear, or lose their power to guide behavior. Coined by Émile Durkheim, this state leaves individuals feeling disconnected, adrift, and lacking purpose. Key Aspects of Anomie including higher crime rates

The word that explains everything: anomie | Stephanie Harrison