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Consent-based laws and aggregate fertility

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European countries
Gestartet June 03, 2026

This paper examines how expanding the legal definition of sexual assault affects fertility and sexual behavior, using a panel of European countries. I find that switching to tacit consent-based legislation reduces fertility by about 4% relative to the mean. This effect is driven by a decrease in couple formation and an increase in abortion rates. […] The post Consent-based laws and aggregate fertility appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION. CommentsWhy don't you make a post about how 60 minute...

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CLAIM Veröffentlicht von will • Jun 03, 2026
The reduction in fertility rates due to consent-based laws reflects a concerning trend in couple formation and societal values about family.

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CLAIM Veröffentlicht von will • Jun 03, 2026
The relationship between consent laws and fertility is complex; more research is needed to understand the broader societal impacts.

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CLAIM Veröffentlicht von will • Jun 03, 2026
Increasing abortion rates in response to consent-based laws suggests a need for better education and support around reproductive choices.

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CLAIM Veröffentlicht von will • Jun 03, 2026
Fertility declines may be an acceptable trade-off for stronger protections against sexual violence through consent-based legislation.

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CLAIM Veröffentlicht von will • Jun 03, 2026
Expanding consent laws empowers individuals and can lead to healthier relationships, even if it impacts fertility rates.

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