In the 1960s, the attitude towards life of young women in the USA underwent significant changes due to various social, cultural, and political developments.Young women in the 1960s increasingly sought personal liberation, equality, and rights in various aspects of life. They embraced ideals of female empowerment, autonomy, and self-expression. The availability of modern contraception, namely the birth control pill, gave them greater control over their reproductive choices and allowed them to pursue education and careers with more freedom.Many young women in the 1960s sought to challenge and dismantle gender norms that dictated their roles as wives, mothers, and homemakers. They aspired to independence, breaking away from traditional expectations and asserting their right to careers, education, and equality in relationships.
