Reproductive behaviour of young people in the Тambov region: demographic challenges and ways to overcome them
https://doi.org/10.26425/1816-4277-2025-7-225-236
Abstract
The article is devoted to the study of peculiarities of the reproductive behaviour of young people and its impact on demographic processes in the Tambov region. The paper examines the peculiarities of the transformation of the reproductive behaviour of young people. Based on the analysis of the theories of demographic transition and second demographic transition as well as economic and sociological approaches, key changes in youth reproductive strategies have been identified. Special attention is paid to the transformation of values, gender roles as well as growing importance of career and personal development, which leads to postponement of marriage and birth of children. Based on the statistical data, the main trends have been identified, such as an increase in the age of birth of the first child, decrease in the birth rate, and increased migration activity among young people, which reinforces negative demographic trends. The connection between the value component and motive of migration to more promising cities and regions is noted. The author emphasises the need for an integrated approach to the making of a regional demographic policy aimed at improving living conditions of young people, increasing housing affordability, developing medical services, and implementing educational programmes. The integrated approach that takes into account socio-economic and cultural aspects can strengthen the demographic potential of the region and reduce the level of youth migration.
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About the Author
V. A. Filippenko
Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Vladislav A. Filippenko - Postgraduate Student
Moscow
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Filippenko V.A. Reproductive behaviour of young people in the Тambov region: demographic challenges and ways to overcome them. Vestnik Universiteta. 2025;1(7):225-236. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.26425/1816-4277-2025-7-225-236
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