The Childlessness Conundrum: A Symptom of Deeper Economic Woes The alarming decline in birth rates across developed economies has been met with concern from policymakers, demographers, and the public.
Camilla Cavendish's book, Generation Maybe, sheds light on the complex interplay of factors contributing to this trend. The reality is far more nuanced – and economically significant.
One striking aspect of the global fertility crisis is its universality. The UK, once seen as a bastion of family values, now boasts one of the lowest fertility rates in the world, with an average of just 1.