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Is Ambivalence Killing Parenthood?

Deciding to have children is complex, intertwining personal choice with societal and policy implications, especially among leftist communities.

Then and now: Census Bureau readies release of American Community Survey

The 2020 Census provided a comprehensive count of the U.S. population, with detailed analyses currently being conducted on various demographic aspects.

Forty-one million Americans live alone, report suggests

The number of people living alone in America has reached a record high, with 37.9 million Americans living alone in 2022.
Living alone is associated with an increased risk of adverse mental health, with those living alone being 64% more likely to have symptoms of depression.

Is Ambivalence Killing Parenthood?

Deciding to have children is complex, intertwining personal choice with societal and policy implications, especially among leftist communities.

Then and now: Census Bureau readies release of American Community Survey

The 2020 Census provided a comprehensive count of the U.S. population, with detailed analyses currently being conducted on various demographic aspects.

Forty-one million Americans live alone, report suggests

The number of people living alone in America has reached a record high, with 37.9 million Americans living alone in 2022.
Living alone is associated with an increased risk of adverse mental health, with those living alone being 64% more likely to have symptoms of depression.
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#womens-health

Why single Chinese women are freezing their eggs in California | Aeon Videos

China's law prohibiting unmarried women from freezing eggs drives many to seek egg-freezing services in the U.S.

Why are we laughing at male ignorance about menstruation? Where are the LOLs?

Many recent internet trends showcase men's ignorance about women's experiences, particularly regarding menstruation and premenstrual syndrome.
The trivialization of women's pain in viral media reflects a deeper societal issue of empathy and curiosity.

Why single Chinese women are freezing their eggs in California | Aeon Videos

China's law prohibiting unmarried women from freezing eggs drives many to seek egg-freezing services in the U.S.

Why are we laughing at male ignorance about menstruation? Where are the LOLs?

Many recent internet trends showcase men's ignorance about women's experiences, particularly regarding menstruation and premenstrual syndrome.
The trivialization of women's pain in viral media reflects a deeper societal issue of empathy and curiosity.
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#economic-impact

Millennials choosing to be DINKs could push GDP down by as much as 4%

Increasing resistance to parenthood challenges societal structures and workforce sustainability.

The Case for Having Lots of Kids

Women in the U.S. are having fewer children, affecting societal structures and future economic stability.

Millennials choosing to be DINKs could push GDP down by as much as 4%

Increasing resistance to parenthood challenges societal structures and workforce sustainability.

The Case for Having Lots of Kids

Women in the U.S. are having fewer children, affecting societal structures and future economic stability.
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Do people become less sociable with age? Not me I've barely stopped since turning 90 | Sheila Hancock

Aging may not diminish sociability; rather, societal trends contribute to changes in social circles across all ages.

Why Are More Women Choosing to Be Childless?

Childlessness is a global trend affecting many women, not just in America.
Concerns over climate change significantly influence desires to have children.
Financial instability leads many women to postpone decisions on parenthood.

A self-care date night': gen Z and millennials embrace the pleasures of dining alone

The stigma around dining alone is diminishing, especially among Gen Z and millennials.

My Deepest Condolences. Signed, ChatGPT.

AI can assist in providing supportive messages to friends in need, even if they may feel impersonal.

"Religiously unaffiliated" jump among Millennials and in the American West

The decline in religious affiliation is particularly pronounced among Americans aged 30 to 49, with notable increases in younger generations as well.

The boom in bridal Botox: 'I didn't want to look at my wedding photos and have regrets'

Increasingly, brides are opting for aesthetic treatments before their weddings, revealing societal pressures surrounding beauty and perfection.
The trend towards 'tweakments' reflects the influence of social media and cultural expectations on personal image.

Social Media's Unsavoury Upside for Luxury Brands

The luxury market is struggling, but social media-driven feelings of inadequacy may sustain demand for luxury goods among young consumers.

Cannabis Tops Alcohol as Americans' Daily Drug of Choice

Cannabis has become the daily drug of choice over alcohol for Americans, with a significant increase in high-frequency use over the past three decades.

How to Make a Romance Movie Adaptation-as Shown by 'The Idea of You'

A new era of romantic comedies and romance novel adaptations is dawning, with a shift towards lighter and less demanding plots.

It's natural to freak out about kids and mobile phones. But a ban is not the solution | Zoe Williams

Blaming children's issues on phone use is common in society.
Campaigns to restrict children's mobile phone use can create unnecessary parental pressure.

How the Ancient Greeks & Romans Made Beautiful Purple Dye from Snail Glands

The article discusses the decrease in the variety of colors in the twenty-first century and suggests that it might be a form of ascetic repentence after an era of abundance.
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