It is believed that the greatest personal fulfillment is achieved when we have children, however, science has something to say about that
However, low population growth (compared to other times in history) has concerned authorities around the world due to its economic implications. There seem to be strong reasons why young people do not want to have children.but, Science answers whether this demographic phenomenon affects an individual's sense of well-being and happiness.
There are many studies that were responsible for answering this question: Are we happier when we have children? Read on to find out the scientific answer.
What does science say about the effect of motherhood on personal fulfillment?
As we told you before, several studies have recently been carried out in different latitudes of the world to see if this is possible Having children – or not – increases people's happiness in general. It should be noted that the response is widely influenced by gender roles, and like any other social issue addressed through science, It is not conclusive, but represents trends.
according to Article published by Muy Interesante magazineThe answer to the unknown Are we happier when we have children? It has some biases that are worth taking into account, e.g. – The number of children and the lack of support in education and economic support.
Another study conducted Science Magazine I concluded that Couples who decide to have children experience levels of happiness well below average, especially during the early years of motherhood and fatherhood.. However, this study has been heavily criticized for the method used to arrive at the conclusion.
And on their part are the experts Trudy Meehan and Jolanta Burke Researchers from Center for Positive Psychology and Health In Ireland they also did a study on this and found this Women who decide not to have children report higher levels of personal satisfaction with regard to a sense of identity and freedom.
Moreover, an article published in Journal of Family Studies This conclusion was supported by the disclosure Childless women experience less stress and greater satisfaction in their relationships, and if that wasn't enough, there is a broad relationship between not having children and greater economic stability.
despite of There is no recipe for happinessEverything seems to indicate that the relationship between well-being and motherhood/fatherhood is inversely proportional, especially in the case of… Women who devote a greater proportion of themselves to taking care of children and the home.
It should be noted that this decline in happiness standards after having children may be temporary depending on the context in which each person develops. What is certain is that it is women who have greater difficulties achieving personal and professional fulfillment after having children.
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