Childbearing Flashcards
1
Q
Contraception
A
The introduction of contraception allows women to have choice if and when they want to have children
2
Q
Education
A
Children are now seen as an economic burden, as they now have to stay in compulsory education until 18 rather then working
3
Q
Role of women
A
Many women now want to have a career of their own rather then relying on husbands. Therefore they may prioritise their career over having children
4
Q
Impact : reduction in labour force
A
When less people are born, there are gaps in the labour force
5
Q
Impact : dependency ratio
A
The ratio of those in work and those out of work (due to retirement) becomes uneven
6
Q
Impact: beanpole family
A
There is a growth in the beanpole family, where people are living longer but having less children
