How to reverse declining birth rates? The guy from Jim’s Mowing has a theory and it’s … unusual
Jim Penman suggests limiting sexual activity and modern distractions could restore dopamine sensitivity and boost birth rates.Summary
Jim Penman, CEO of Jim’s Group, argues that modern activities like sex, drugs, and social media have desensitized the human brain to dopamine, leading to a decline in birth rates. He proposes that scientific interventions, such as gene editing, drugs, or pheromones, could restore this sensitivity and reverse the fertility crisis. Penman points to historical and cultural factors, such as early marriage and the discouragement of premarital sex, as examples of societies with higher fertility rates. His research team is investigating treatments that mimic calorie restriction to reset brain sensitivity, and he also explores the potential of GLP-1 drugs and gene editing to address the issue. Despite his controversial theories, Penman, who has 10 children, is running for the Libertarian party in Victoria.
(Source：The Guardian)