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Overpopulation

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What is Overpopulation?

Overpopulation is a

condition where the

number of organisms

exceeds the carrying

capacity of their habitat.

It refers to the

excessive

population of an

area to the point

of overcrowding, depletion of

natural

resourcesand environmen

tal depletion.

Causes of Overpopulation

o Decline in the Death Rateo Lack of educationo Better Medical Facilitieso Immigrationo Lack of family planningo Cultural influenceso Early Marriageo Technological Advancement in

Fertility Treatment

Negative Effects of OverpopulationPovertyDepletion of Natural

ResourcesDegradation of EnvironmentHigher rate of

UnemploymentSocial ProblemsElevated Crime RateSpecies extinction and

increased habitat lossDecrease in the standard of

living

Positive Effects of Overpopulationo Better understanding of diseases and

advancement of medicineo The vast improvement of public health

and increased emergence of new epidemics and pandemics

o More intensive farming practiceso Increase in labor marketo Increased awareness of humanity's impact

upon resources and the environmento Innovative technologies that satisfy

increased demands for goods and services

According to Philippine Statistics

Philippine Current PopulationPhoto taken at Sept. 17 2015. 10:35pm

Retrieved from http://countrymeters.info/en/Philippines

Philippine Historical populationRetrieved from http://countrymeters.info/en/Philippines

Top 10 Most Populated Regions in the Philippinesretrieved

from: http://www.affordablecebu.com/load/philippine_government/top_10_most_populated_regions_in_the_philippines/5-1-0-

24235#ixzz3m0ZOBLVh

Current World Population Statistics

Current World PopulationPhoto taken: Sept. 17, 2015, 10:15pm

Retrieved from: http://www.worldometers.info/world-population/

Most populous countries in the world

Photo taken: Sept. 17, 2015, 10:19pmRetrieved from: http://www.worldometers.info/world-

population/

Solutions to OverpopulationBetter EducationMaking people aware of Family

PlanningDeveloping action plans and

strategies to increase public understanding of rapid population growth

Tax Benefits or ConcessionsAccessibility to sexual health careEnvironmental protection and

research for alternative resourcesGovernment policies