overpopulation (edited)
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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