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Many countries of the world are currently experiencing
problems caused by rapidly growing populations in urban areas, and both
governments and individuals have a duty to find ways to overcome these
problems.
Overpopulation can lead to overcrowding
and poor quality housing in many large cities. Poorly heated or damp housing
could cause significant health problems, resulting in illness, such as
bronchitis or pneumonia. Another serious consequence of overcrowding is a
rising crime rate as poor living conditions may lead young people in particular
to take desperate measures and turn to crime or drugs.
In terms of solutions, I believe the
government should be largely responsible. Firstly, it is vital that the state
provides essential housing and healthcare for all its citizens. Secondly,
setting up community projects to help foster more community spirit and help
keep young people off the street is a good idea. For example, youth clubs or
evening classes for teenagers would keep them occupied. Finally, more effective
policing of inner city areas would also be beneficial.
Naturally, individuals should also act
responsibly to address these problems, and the motivation to do this would
hopefully arise if the measures described above are put into place by the
government. This is because it will encourage people to have more pride in
their own community and improve the situation.
Therefore, it is clear that the problems
caused by overpopulation in urban areas are very serious. Yet if governments
and individuals share a collective responsibility, then it may well become
possible to offer some solutions.
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