Majority of Koreans think their society isn’t fit for raising children (Hankyoreh/8 Oct 2024)

A Hankyoreh poll reveals that 88% of Koreans believe their society is not conducive to raising children, with 65% feeling there is inadequate support for parents. Financial burdens, competitive pressures, and long-term parental responsibilities discourage marriage and childbirth. The low societal trust and high stress levels contribute to the declining birth rate, as individuals weigh the challenges of raising children in an environment with insufficient support.