Natural reproduction of the population and the influence of spiritual and moral education and traditional values: an interdisciplinary analysis

This study is devoted to a comprehensive analysis of the role of spiritual and moral education in the formation of reproductive attitudes of the individual and its impact on modern demographic processes. In the context of the axiological crisis that characterizes many modern societies and the accompanying transformation of traditional socio-cultural models, the study of factors influencing reproductive behavior is becoming particularly relevant. The author considers the mechanisms of interrelation and mutual influence of the individual’s value orientations, historically established family traditions and patterns of reproductive behavior. The study analyzes the current challenges caused by the erosion of spiritual foundations and moral imperatives that have a direct impact on the institution of the family and reproductive strategies of the population. An attempt is made to comprehend the role of spiritual and moral education and traditional values in the context of ensuring sustainable natural reproduction of the population. This phenomenon is considered through the prism of its influence on the formation and translation of social norms governing marriage and family relations, as well as on the formation of individual reproductive attitudes and, as a result, on specific manifestations of demographic behavior. The study examines how the assimilation of moral and ethical principles and commitment to cultural and historical heritage contribute to the formation of a responsible attitude towards starting a family, giving birth and raising children, countering the trends of depopulation and population aging. The author analyzed the potential of educational and cultural institutions in strengthening the spiritual and moral foundations of society as a factor of demographic security and sustainable development. The development and implementation of modules in educational programs are considered as specific measures.