noun
sense of helplessness; feeling of powerlessness
A psychological state of feeling unable to affect one's situation; often used in contexts of depression, burnout, or overwhelming circumstances.
長い不況で、多くの人が無力感にさいなまれている。
Many people are tormented by a sense of helplessness due to the long recession.
彼は自分
He underwent counseling to overcome his feelings of powerlessness.