Question

An explanation of which determinants contribute to the problem of overpopulation, and why. Then, explain how access to family planning programs helps contribute to achieving MDG 5. Explain two barriers that may be associated with access to family planning programs and contribute to unmet needs. Be specific and provide examples

Answer 1

Overpopulation is becoming one of the most important problems of the 21^st century, especially in the developing and underdeveloped countries. Firstly, there is lack of awareness about family planning and using birth control measures, thus people are not able to control the birth. Secondly, in developing and underdeveloped countries, people need more hands to work in order to overcome population. Thirdly, the medical technology is advancing thus curing most of the diseases and this reduces the death rate. Finally, the recent advancement that helps people bear children helps those who thought wouldn't become parents. Of all these, family planning would help keep the population under control. The problem associated with this is people religious belief that it's God who creates life and that we shouldn't stop that path. People also think that family planning will cause serious health issues. People believe that if they administer family planning, they would be cursed by God and on the other hand lack of awareness about family planning force people to think that it would hurt them.