Analysis of Fertility Rates and Factors Across Global Regions

The analysis of six global regions has revealed intriguing associations between Total Fertility Rate (TFR) and various factors such as education, contraceptive use, religiosity, GDP per capita, and female education. The study, which examined data from different regions, highlighted the impact of these factors on TFR and how they vary across regions.

One of the key findings was the strong association between TFR and education, contraceptive use, and religiosity. The study showed that TFR decreased with increasing education for females, supporting previous research. The number of school years for women increased significantly after 1970 in most regions, leading to a decline in TFR. Additionally, the study found that TFR was negatively correlated with religiosity, especially in regions like Western Europe and Latin America.

In Western Europe, TFR and education were positively associated, contrary to other regions, indicating a unique trend in this region. On the other hand, Eastern Europe showed a weaker relationship between TFR and education, possibly due to historical and economic factors. Latin America and the Caribbean exhibited a decline in TFR with increased education, GDP per capita, and contraceptive prevalence, highlighting the impact of these factors on fertility rates.

The study also explored the role of religiosity in influencing TFR, with regions like Arab States and Sub-Saharan Africa showing higher TFR levels associated with stronger religiosity. The findings suggested that social norms, historical factors, and religious beliefs play a significant role in shaping fertility patterns in different regions.

Overall, the study provided valuable insights into the complex relationship between TFR and various factors across global regions, shedding light on the dynamics of population growth and the influence of education, contraceptive use, religiosity, and economic development on fertility rates.