4. Demographic Trends Since 1900

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Summary

Demography studies population changes.

Major trends:

  • Falling birth rates.

  • Falling death rates.

  • Increased life expectancy.

  • Ageing population.

  • Migration impacts population growth.

These changes affect family structures and social policy.

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  1. Name 3 sociologists who talk about demographic changes

  2. What does Harper say?

  1. Harper,Weeks,Hirsch

  2. Ageing society

    • More elderly people than before.

    • Increased demand for healthcare.

    • Family support patterns change.

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3, what does weeks say?

  1. Population trends

    • Demographic changes reshape society.

    • Family forms adapt.

    • Age structures influence policy.

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What does Hirsch?

Economic consequences

  • Pension pressures increase.

  • Dependency ratios rise.

  • Governments face greater costs.