Existential Disintegration Pronunciation: /ˌɛɡ.zɪˈstɛn.ʃəl dɪsˌɪn.tɪˈɡreɪ.ʃən/ (eg-zis-TEN-shuhl dis-in-ti-GRAY-shun) Part of Speech: Noun
Definition: A psychological condition where a person or group loses their sense of identity, meaning, or purpose. This breakdown can result from trauma, chronic oppression, or major upheaval. It often leads to feelings such as confusion, alienation, and hopelessness.
Example: Generations of systemic racism can lead to existential disintegration within Black communities, affecting mental health and collective identity.