Overpopulation of urban areas has led to numerous problems. Identify one or two serious ones and suggest ways that governments and individuals can tackle these problems.

As cities are developing, these urban areas are experiencing problems of increased population size. Both the state and the people have roles to play in overcoming these problems. Arguably the gravest problem caused by overpopulation is overcrowding. When there are more persons living in a space than it can actually occupy,

this

creates a potential means of transmitting disease from one person to another.

For instance

, it is reported by the World Health Organization, in the year 2001, that respiratory infections

such

as tuberculosis can easily spread through air droplets among individuals living in crowded areas and homes. A

further

serious impact is an increase in the crime rate among young people.

This

is

as a result

of the ever-rising number of poor populace who are trying to afford their everyday basic needs. Turning to possible solutions to counteract

this

issue. Perhaps the government can provide free housing and healthcare systems for the destitute.

This

is in turn may solve the problem of overcrowding as their more living spaces for masses. The state could

also

provide more job opportunities, to assist individuals in earning a livelihood. Individuals should

also

take time to educate themselves of the adverse effects of overcrowding,

this

will

further

help them make better housing decisions. They can

also

adopt birth control methods. By

this

, each family unit can reduce the number of humans living in a house and can control overpopulation at large. In conclusion, the main concerns of an increased population size seem to be overcrowding and increased illegal acts.

However

, both the state and the people have key parts to play in solving

this

worrisome matter.