Feb 26 • 08:13 UTC 🇵🇱 Poland Oko.press

Epidemic of Loneliness. Daycare Centers and 800+ Are Not Enough to Solve the Lack of Children

Dr. Anna Gromada discusses how modern dating applications are exacerbating relationship issues and contributing to declining birth rates in Poland.

Dr. Anna Gromada highlights the challenges of finding partners in contemporary society, attributing part of the issue to dating apps where men with lower social standing face significant barriers. The dynamics within these apps often favor traits like beauty, social status, and intellect, leading to increased selectivity among women. On average, women accept just one out of sixteen male candidates, while men engage with two to three women, creating a disparity in matching success that impacts relationships.

The research points towards a concerning trend of low birth rates in Poland, likening the situation to other countries that have rapidly modernized, such as South Korea. Dr. Gromada mentions that less educated men are disproportionately affected, losing both employment opportunities that offer dignity and chances to find partners. With women increasingly selective in a competitive dating environment, this poses significant implications for societal structures and family dynamics.

Gromada's insights speak to a broader issue impacting demographic trends in Poland, elaborating on how societal factors, including the rise of easy access to pornography and the culture of therapy, contribute to gender conflicts and relationship difficulties. She emphasizes that without addressing these underlying issues, initiatives like daycare centers and financial incentives alone will not suffice to counteract the ongoing decline in birth rates.

📡 Similar Coverage