Publications and Research
Document Type
Poster
Publication Date
2025
Abstract
This study explores how parental status relates to childbearing decisions in the context of climate change and builds on prior research linking climate anxiety to reduced family size intentions. A survey of 114 participants revealed that non-parents were significantly more likely than parents to plan to have fewer children and to express concerns about climate change. These findings underscore differences in how parents and non-parents approach future reproductive decisions and highlight the role of climate-related concerns in shaping family planning intentions.
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Comments
This poster was presented at the Research & Creative Inquiry Expo at Baruch College (Mah 6, 2025). It was completed under the guidance of Dr. Mindy Engle-Friedman, who sadly passed away earlier this year. Her support, encouragement, and dedication to student research were deeply impactful, and this work is dedicated to her memory.