In addition to lost jobs and poverty what was another effect of the Great Depression on American lives?

In addition to lost jobs and poverty, the Great Depression significantly impacted American mental health, leading to increased rates of anxiety, depression, and suicide. Many individuals faced a loss of dignity and self-worth due to unemployment and financial instability, which strained family relationships and social structures. The widespread despair also fostered a sense of disillusionment with government and capitalism, prompting calls for reform and changes in policies that would later shape the New Deal.