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Aboriginal fertility: trends and prospects.
Journal of the Australian Population Association
|May 1, 1990
Summary
Australian Aboriginal birth rates are analyzed using 1981 and 1986 census data. The study highlights the impact of young women's education on recent fertility trends and future directions.
Area of Science:
- Demography
- Public Health
- Sociology
Background:
- Aboriginal birth rates in Australia have historically differed from non-Aboriginal populations.
- Understanding fertility trends is crucial for public health planning and resource allocation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review evidence on Aboriginal birth rates and trends in Australia.
- To assess future directions for Aboriginal fertility.
- To analyze factors influencing Aboriginal women's fertility, focusing on education's role.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of Australian census data from 1981 and 1986.
- Examination of demographic trends in Aboriginal birth rates.
- Statistical analysis of factors differentiating fertility among Aboriginal women.
Main Results:
- Evidence on Aboriginal birth rate levels and trends is reviewed.
- The influence of young women's education on recent fertility changes is highlighted.
- Factors differentiating fertility among Aboriginal women are analyzed.
Conclusions:
- Education emerges as a significant factor influencing recent changes in Aboriginal fertility.
- The study provides insights into future directions for Aboriginal birth rates.
- Understanding these demographic shifts is vital for targeted interventions.