Social suffering is a concept within social science and health research that analyzes how human suffering, distress, and ill-being are shaped by social, political, and economic forces, moving beyond individualistic or purely biomedical explanations. It investigates the structural roots, social determinants, and collective dimensions of suffering, including the impact of inequality, violence, marginalization, and historical processes. Characterized by its focus on the intersection of individual experience with broader social structures and power dynamics, the concept offers a critical framework for understanding social injustice, health disparities, and the complex relationship between societal conditions and human well-being.