Demographic Transition in Europe - Fertility Decline and Population Growth

Explore the demographic transition in Europe and fertility decline in this 1-hour 12-minute lecture from Yale University's "Global Problems of Population Growth" course. Examine how population growth was viewed before Malthus, and how his theories on poverty and resource imbalance remain relevant today. Investigate the population explosion in 18th and 19th century Europe due to falling mortality rates, and analyze the subsequent fertility decline. Delve into the Demographic Transition, its causes, and its profound impact on human life. Learn about historic population trends, fertility decline patterns, and various theories explaining this significant demographic shift. Gain insights into one of the most important changes in human history through six comprehensive chapters covering European population growth, Malthusian theory, and the complexities of demographic transitions.