In 1798, the English economist Thomas Malthus predicted that:

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Malthus' prediction became known as the "Malthusian trap," in which he argued that population growth would eventually outstrip the production of food, leading to famine, disease, and declining living standards. He believed that the only way to avoid this trap was to limit population growth through measures such as celibacy, delayed marriage, and contraception. His prediction has been criticized over the years, but remains influential in discussions about population and economic growth.

In 1798, the English Economist Thomas Malthus Predicted That