
Why are birth rates falling? With Alice Evans
The Economics Show
Declining Birth Rates and Shifting Relationships
This chapter explores the complex relationship between economic development and declining birth rates, challenging traditional views about child-rearing. It discusses the emotional and financial challenges of parenting, the rise of singles, and changing marriage dynamics, particularly in contexts like South Korea and India. The conversation highlights how technological and cultural shifts, alongside socioeconomic factors, influence relationship patterns and the aspirations of young men and women.
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