Decline and Fall of Civilizations

The decline and fall of civilizations refer to the process where complex societies weaken over time due to a combination of factors such as economic troubles, political instability, military defeats, social unrest, environmental changes, and loss of cultural cohesion. These challenges can lead to diminishing influence, internal chaos, and ultimately the collapse of societal structures that once supported a thriving civilization. While each civilization's decline is unique, common patterns include overstretched resources, leadership crises, and external pressures that gradually erode stability and prosperity.