Economic Crisis Stifles Europe Birth Rates - Study

Politics » BULGARIA IN EU | July 10, 2013, Wednesday // 20:47
Bulgaria: Economic Crisis Stifles Europe Birth Rates - Study The relationship between the economy and fertility has long been discussed, but remains controversial. Photo by Sofia Photo Agency

Fewer babies have been born in Europe since the start of the financial crisis in 2008, a new study shows, as cited by BBC.

The Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research in Germany found that the birth rate in 28 European countries dropped as unemployment rose.

People under 25 have been particularly affected, along with those living in southern European countries like Spain.

The relationship between the economy and fertility has long been discussed, but remains controversial.

Researchers at the MPIDR said their study proved that "the extent of joblessness in a contemporary European country does in fact have an effect on birth rates".

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