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

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Desire Drives Parenthood

People's desire to have children is closely linked to their happiness levels; lower happiness correlates with a decreased desire to have kids. Instead of fostering a doomsday mindset about declining birth rates, a shift towards supporting families and addressing societal obstacles can empower individuals to achieve their family goals. Pro-natalist policies should focus on enhancing well-being to counteract the effects of depression and anxiety, which significantly impact reproductive desires.

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