Population Structure Factors that influence population indicators Ice

Population Structure Factors that influence population indicators

Ice Breaker Group discussion � In groups of six design a mind map highlighting factors that influence population indicators. � Each group will have to report back on their mind maps. � You have 10 minutes to discuss in your groups.

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� factors that influence population indicators

Factors that influence fertility Culture ü Polygamy – One man with many wives is likely to have more children. ü Early marriage Starting a family at a young age means a longer period in which to produce more children. 1.

2. Religion ü Some religions believe that no form of contraception should be used, therefore the birth rate is higher in countries or areas where these religions are predominant.

3. Migration ü When men leave an area the birth rate of the area decreases.

4. War ü Many men killed in war time will mean a decreased birth rate.

5. Education ü People who have been educated about family planning usually have fewer children, as they realise that it is expensive to bring up many children.

Factors that influence mortality 1. ü Natural disasters such as earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis etc. result in more increased death rate.

2. War

3. Diseases ü Outbreaks of severe diseases such as Ebola virus.

4. Quality of health care services ü Inadequate medical services

5. Famine / drought ü In places where people eat the right quantity of food, and have a balanced diet, the death rate will be lower than where people do not have adequate nutrition.

6. Poor hygiene and lack of sanitation.

7. Epidemics such as HIV / AIDS