What will be the impact of men's elderly childbearing?

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The Influence of Male Elderly Childbearing on Personal Health

Male elder childbearing refers to that men give birth to children in a later age range. Although male fertility usually lasts until old age, the elderly fertility may have some unexpected effects on personal health. The following are some of the effects of male elderly childbearing on personal health.

1. Decreased fertility

Male fertility tends to decline with age. Research shows that the number and quality of male sperm will decrease with age. The decrease of sperm quality may lead to the decrease of fertility and increase the risk of infertility. In addition, older male births are also associated with an increased risk of neurodevelopmental problems (such as autism) in sons.

A study in Sweden found that children born to men at the age of 40 were five times more likely to suffer from autism than children born at the age of 20. Therefore, men should carefully assess their fertility and potential risks before considering childbearing.

2. Health risks of children

In addition to the risk of their own health, the elderly childbearing of men will also have a potential impact on the health of their children. The study found that older fathers were associated with lower birth weight at birth and the risk of premature delivery. In addition, the father's elderly childbearing is also related to the increased risk of some genetic diseases.

For example, a Swedish study found that children born to fathers aged 45 and over were three times more likely to suffer from mental illness than children born to fathers aged 24. Although these risks are relatively low, the father's age does have a certain impact on the health of children.

3. Family pressure and financial burden

Male elderly childbearing will also have pressure and financial burden on the family. Higher age means that men may have retired in the critical period of child growth, leading to reduced family income. In addition, older fathers usually need more time and energy to take care of their children, which may increase the pressure of family daily life.

It is also worth noting that the elderly male fertility will break the conventional family planning. Generally speaking, a family chooses to have children before middle age so that they can have enough energy and resources to accompany and support them when they grow up. However, older childbearing may lead parents to become older before their children reach adulthood, thus facing some unique challenges.

4. Psychological and emotional pressure

Male elder childbearing may also bring psychological and emotional pressure. Late childbirth means that men may need to work longer after retirement to meet the needs of their children. This stress may lead to increased anxiety and depression.

From a social perspective, older fathers may also face doubts about their own abilities and responsibilities. They may question their father's role and worry about whether they can raise children as effectively as young parents. This kind of pressure may affect their self-esteem and self-confidence.

Summary

The influence of male elderly childbearing on personal health is multifaceted. From the perspective of fertility decline, children's health risks, family pressure and economic burden, as well as psychological and emotional pressure, male elderly childbearing needs careful consideration. At the same time, the family and society also need to provide support and help to ensure that older fathers and their families can successfully pass this challenging stage.