There’s an incredibly important trend going on right now that’s influencing your conversations, and you probably haven’t even noticed! In this episode, Emily Geiger and Dr. Rebecca Carlson introduce the concept of reproductive anxiety, help define what it means, and dive into some of the research about how reproductive anxiety is affecting the people that you’re engaging in dialogue with.
MP3 Download: 35:03
Chapters:
- 0:12 Intro and a story from Emily
- 5:50 What is reproductive anxiety?
- 11:07 Factors contributing to reproductive anxiety
- 19:51 Generational differences (Millennials vs. Gen Z)
- 23:40 Four factors driving “reproductive paralysis”
Related Links:
EFL #111 When Not to be Open Minded
EFL #110 What if I Can’t Express Compassion?
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
Why 75% of Gen-Z Women Are Secretly Terrified of Getting Pregnant
Progressives Can’t Bear Pregnancy
Reproductive Anxiety Disorder (RAD): The Complete Framework
Climate change, mental health, and reproductive decision-making: A systematic review
Note: The University College London Study that Emily refers to is no longer available online.
Equal Rights Institute Website
Sidewalk Counseling Masterclass
