Factors Affecting Declining Birth Rates

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Several factors contribute to the declining birth rates, including the trend of intensive parenting, liberalization offering more opportunities for women, the rise in anxiety and mental health conditions among young people. These factors are competing with policies aimed at increasing birth rates, leading to a decrease in the number of children being born.

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