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#834 - Lyman Stone - Why Is Everyone Having Fewer Children?

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Modern Family Dynamics and Fertility Trends

This chapter examines contemporary attitudes towards family size in the U.S., revealing a discrepancy between ideal family size and actual intentions due to various constraints. It discusses the rise in intended childlessness among younger individuals, while also exploring the correlation between mental health, societal outlook, and declining birth rates. Additionally, the chapter addresses the economic factors affecting marriage and fertility, particularly among young men, highlighting the challenges they face in forming families.

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