Unemployment, a pervasive phenomenon in modern society, has long been recognised as a complex and multifaceted issue that extends far beyond the mere absence of paid employment. This paper aims to analyse unemployment as a social problem through the lens of its causes and consequences and to explore potential approaches to addressing this challenge. This paper examines unemployment as a multidimensional social problem, investigating its causes, effects, and possible solutions. Unemployment leads to reduced income, increased poverty, social exclusion, and mental health challenges. It also has broader implications for economic stability, inequality, and political unrest. Through a review of available data and theoretical frameworks, this paper analyses the relationship between unemployment and key social factors, as well as labour market policies, and suggests comprehensive approaches that integrate economic policies, education reform, and active labour market strategies to effectively address unemployment.