But participation in social movements can be stressful, because social movement activists often carry out the task of “making history” at the expense of “making life.” Participation in a social...

But participation in social movements can be stressful, because social movement activists often carry out the task of “making history” at the expense of “making life.” Participation in a social movement can require major commitments of time and energy, and sometimes dedicated activists neglect friends, family, jobs, and other relationships.