Population and Development Lecture Notes

A comprehensive set of flashcards covering key terms and concepts from the lecture on Population and Development.

POPCOM

Commission on Population and Development

CPD

Commission on Population and Development

Negative population growth rate

Population decrease due to higher death rates than birth rates.

Lactational Amenorrhea Method (LAM)

Use of breastfeeding to prevent pregnancy.

YAFSS

Youth Adolescent Fertility and Sexuality Study.

Lifetime Migrant

Current area of residence and birthplace differ.

2022 National Demographic and Health Survey

Survey covering urban and rural areas.

Assertive Communication

Expressing wants/feelings without infringing on others.

Lifelong learning opportunities

Ensuring individuals can continue their education throughout their life.

De facto population

All people who stayed in selected households the night before the interview.

Demographic dividend

Working age population grows faster than the total population.

Teenage pregnancy

Pregnancy occurring in individuals aged 10-19.

Comprehensive knowledge about HIV/AIDS

Understanding of prevention and transmission of HIV/AIDS.

Family planning services

Services provided for reproductive health and family planning.

E.O 183

Executive Order related to population policy.

TFR

Total Fertility Rate - average number of children a woman would have.

PPD-POA

Philippine Population and Development Program of Action.

Healthy Life Expectancy (HALE)

Average number of years persons are expected to live in good health.

Replacement fertility

Fertility rate required for a population to replace itself.

Modern Contraceptive Prevalence Rate (mCPR)

Percentage of married women using modern contraception methods.

Learning Poverty

The inability of children to read and understand a simple text by age 10.

Public-Private Partnership (PPP)

Collaboration between government and private sector for development.

Localization

Adapting national policies to local contexts.

Gender-Based Violence

Harm motivated by gender norms.

Adolescent Health and Development (AHD)

Program addressing youth-related health concerns.

Whole-of-Government Approach

Collaboration among all government agencies.

E.O 138

Executive Order on full devolution of functions to local governments.

Mortality rate

Number of deaths in a particular period.

Infant Mortality Rate (IMR)

Number of deaths of children under one year old per 1,000 live births.

Morbidity

Prevalence of disease, illness, or injury.

Net Migration Rate (NMR)

Difference between the number of immigrants and emigrants per 1,000 population.

Urban Sprawl

Rapid expansion of cities into surrounding rural areas.

Cohort

Group of individuals experiencing the same demographic event.

Demographic Transition Model (DTM)

Model describing population change over time.

Dependency ratio

Ratio of dependents (aged 0-14 and 65+) to the working-age population.

Life course perspective

Understanding how demographic behaviors change over a lifetime.

Sexual Orientation

Preference of sexual partners.

Sexual identity

An individual's perception of their own sexuality.

Gender analysis

Study of gender differences and their implications.

Biological sex

Physical characteristics distinguishing male from female.

Transgender

Individuals whose gender identity differs from their assigned biological sex.

Gender roles

Society's expectations of behavior based on gender.

Feminization of migration

Increasing trend of female migrants.

Critical thinking

Objective analysis and evaluation of an issue.

Strategic Gender Needs (SGNs)

Long-term actions aimed at achieving gender equality.

Practical Gender Needs (PGNs)

Basic needs related to survival and livelihood.

Human Rights

Fundamental rights to which every individual is entitled.

Menopause

Period marking the end of a woman's reproductive years.

Pregnancy

Condition of carrying a developing embryo/fetus within the female body.

Adolescent Reproductive Health (ARH)

Focus on the reproductive health needs of adolescents.

Family Planning

Methods and education on controlling the number of children.

Population pyramid

Graphical representation of the age-sex distribution of a population.

Perinatal mortality

Deaths of fetuses or infants within the first month of life.

Child mortality

The death of children under five years of age.

Economic and Social Transformation

Gradual change in societal structures and economic systems.

Socialization

Process through which individuals acquire values and behaviors.

Life expectancy

Average number of years individuals are expected to live.

Population density

Number of people living per unit of area.

Food sufficiency

Ability to provide adequate food for the population.

Educational attainment

Highest level of education an individual has completed.

Cohabitation

Living together without being married.

Child protection laws

Legislation aimed at ensuring the safety and welfare of children.

Public Health

Promotion of health and prevention of disease at a community level.

Cultural competence

Understanding and adapting to diverse cultural backgrounds.

Gender-responsive governance

Policies that consider gender differences and promote equality.

Social determinants of health

Conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age.

Mental health

A person's emotional, psychological, and social well-being.

Health equity

Opportunity for everyone to attain their highest level of health.

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)

Infections transmitted through sexual contact.

Gender-based sexual harassment

Unwelcome sexual advances or conduct in a workplace or educational setting.

Gender justice

Fair treatment and equitable distribution of resources among genders.

Environmental health

Study of how environmental factors affect human health.

Reproductive rights

Legal rights and freedoms relating to reproduction and reproductive health.

Access to healthcare

The ability to obtain necessary medical services.

Community engagement

Participation of individuals in community-focused health initiatives.

Healthy lifestyle

Practices leading to physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Family structure

Composition and organization of a family unit.

Youth empowerment

Encouragement of young people to take control of their own lives.

Civic engagement

Participation in activities related to governance and community.

Gender parity

Equal contribution and representation of genders in various sectors.

Legislation

Laws enacted by a government.

Public policy

Government actions and laws aimed at addressing societal needs.

Advocacy

Support for a specific cause or policy.

Social change

Significant alteration of social structures over time.

Biodiversity

Variety of life found on Earth, essential for ecosystems.

Efficacy of programs

Effectiveness of initiatives to achieve desired outcomes.

Socioeconomic status

Social and economic factors that characterize an individual or group.

Inclusivity

Invitation of all individuals to participate without discrimination.

Diversity

Variety of different backgrounds, identities, and perspectives.

Nutritional education

Teaching about healthy eating habits and the importance of nutrition.

Family caregiving

Support provided by family members to those in need.

Health care access

The ability to receive health services without barriers.

Economic stability

A state where individuals can maintain financial security.

Public awareness

Understanding and knowledge among the general population about issues.

Resource allocation

Distribution of resources among various projects or areas.

Community health services

Health services focused on improving overall community well-being.

Homelessness

Condition of lacking stable housing.

Support systems

Networks of care which provide assistance to individuals in need.

International cooperation

Collaboration among countries to address global issues.

Education policies

Rules and regulations guiding the education system.