Social Effects of Depression Flashcards
Why was the USA ill equipped to handle depression
The USA was ill equipped to handle unemployment as there was no federal unemployment benefit.
How did Depression affect marriages in the USA?
The number of marriages fell from 1.23 million in 1929 to 982,000 in 1932.
Was there a fall in births during Depression?
Yes, there was a fall in births from 21.2/1000 in 1929 to 19.5/1000 in 1932.
Did suicide rates increase during Depression?
Yes, suicide rates increased from 14/10,000 in 1929 to 17.4/10,000 in 1932.
What was the impact of Depression on population ageing?
Majority elderly were living below poverty line which meant they had to keep working, live on savings or rely on children.
Did gangsterism rise during Depression?
Yes, gangsterism rose during Depression as outlaws were seen as Robin Hood figures stealing from banks who were especially blamed for foreclosing on farm mortgages.
Who stole from gas stations and general stores
The Clyde Barrow Gang
