Population Problems: Topical Issues

The growing human population has significant effects on the environment and the planet's future, and this collection of essays explores these issues and offers solutions.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 13 December 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The impact of the rapidly growing human population on the environment and the planet's future is a growing source of concern and lively debate. This timely collection of essays explores some of the most critical aspects of population growth and presents potential solutions. Chapters delve into population dynamics, examining factors such as birth rates, death rates, migration patterns, and urbanization. They also assess the carrying capacity of the environment, considering factors such as resource availability, pollution levels, and climate change. Additionally, the essays address the challenges posed by water and food supply, including issues of scarcity, pollution, and sustainable agriculture practices. They also explore the effects of population growth on tribal societies, highlighting the potential for cultural erosion, social tensions, and economic disparities. Furthermore, the collection examines the impact of the AIDS pandemic on population growth, particularly in developing countries, and explores strategies for prevention, treatment, and social support. By examining these diverse topics, this collection provides valuable insights into the complex relationship between human population growth and the environment and offers practical solutions for a sustainable future.
The effects of the rapidly expanding human population on the environment and the planet's future is a matter of increasing concern and lively debate. This timely collection of essays discusses some of the most important aspects of the population growth phenomenon and offers potential solutions.

Chapters analyze population dynamics, examining factors such as birth rates, death rates, migration patterns, and urbanization. They also assess the carrying capacity of the environment, considering factors such as resource availability, pollution levels, and climate change. Additionally, the essays address the challenges posed by water and food supply, including issues of scarcity, pollution, and sustainable agriculture practices. They also explore the effects of population growth on tribal societies, highlighting the potential for cultural erosion, social tensions, and economic disparities. Furthermore, the collection examines the impact of the AIDS pandemic on population growth, particularly in developing countries, and explores strategies for prevention, treatment, and social support. By examining these diverse topics, this collection provides valuable insights into the complex relationship between human population growth and the environment and offers practical solutions for a sustainable future.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138995154