Study finds fertility knowledge gap in young adults here
A study in Singapore reveals that while most young adults desire parenthood, there is a significant lack of basic fertility knowledge. Only 10% of respondents correctly answered fundamental questions regarding reproductive health.
Why it matters
Low fertility literacy can lead to delayed family planning and missed opportunities for medical intervention, impacting national birth rates.
About 84% of young adults surveyed said they ideally wanted at least one child.
Listen Summarise Most young adults in Singapore want to become parents, but only 10% answered all basic fertility questions correctly, showing a significant gap in fertility knowledge. Many respondents underestimate or are unsure about key fertility facts, such as the decline of egg production and male fertility with age, a new study found. The survey also found that people’s intentions towards parenthood may not be fixed, and can change as they move through different stages of life. AI generated
SINGAPORE – Only one in 10 young adults surveyed in Singapore knew the answers to basic fertility questions, despite more than half believing they were well-informed about fertility and reproductive health.
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