Part 4/8:
Consequences of Falling Fertility Rates
Why does this matter? According to scholars and experts, continued declines in fertility don't just diminish population numbers—they threaten economic stability, cultural continuity, and national security. A shrinking population leads to:
Economic stagnation: Fewer working-age people mean less economic productivity and innovation.
Cultural erosion: Traditions and societal cohesion weaken as the population ages.
Increased reliance on immigration: Countries may depend more heavily on immigrant populations to fill labor gaps, which can lead to social and political tensions.
Potential societal collapse: Without intervention, demographic decline can spiral into decline and eventual collapse of civilizations.