The Anti-Malthusian theory is a perspective that challenges Thomas Malthus' theory on population growth, arguing that technological advancements and social progress will prevent overpopulation and resource depletion.
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Neo-Malthusian theory: This is an updated version of Thomas Malthus' original theory, which recognizes the potential for resource scarcity and environmental degradation due to population growth.
Demographic transition model: This model explains how societies transition from high birth and death rates to low birth and death rates as they develop economically and socially.
Carrying capacity: Refers to the maximum number of individuals an environment can sustainably support given its available resources.