When a social crisis becomes particularly bad, it is called


A public issue

Explanation:

A public issue is an issue that is a source of problem or conflict for a social structure or culture that affects many individuals. This becomes a huge problem when the problem becomes too severe as it will begin to affect other members of the society.

Some examples of public issues are divorce, unemployment, insecurity, etc.

it u understand what he thought at the time and let u know more about him then what third person would of known probably. hope this : )