FAQ About Betty Friedan
What was 'the problem that has no name' that Betty Friedan described?
'The problem that has no name' is a term coined by Betty Friedan in The Feminine Mystique to describe the widespread unhappiness of women in the 1950s and early 1960s. Despite living in material comfort and being married with children, many women felt unfulfilled and were struggling for an identity outside of their prescribed housewife roles. Friedan's identification and articulation of this notion were critical in raising awareness about women's rights and societal expectations.
