International Journal of Social Sciences and Management Review

DISTRESS OF WOMEN IN KHALED HOSSEINI’S “A THOUSAND SPLENDID SUNS”

Authors: M. Anu & Dr. S. Boopathi

ABSTRACT

Psychological distress is described as the maladaptive behavior observed in relationships, which is caused by unsatisfactory relationships of the past or present. The existence of psychological distress has been recognized for thousands of years.  Afghanistan has a variety of issues, including terrorism, politics, and religion.  The patriarchal nature of society may be a major source of hardship and violence. Terrorist acts, forced marriages, reproductive guilt, male possession, economic reliance, and gender violence affect women more than men. In this study, Khaled Hosseini’s female characters from the realm of trauma and anguish are examined for their psychological distress.

Keywords: Psychological Distress, Afghanistan, Hosseini, Terrorism, and Violence.

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