The Population Dynamics and Fertility of the Trio of Surinam: An Application of a Two Census Method

Document Type

Article

Authors

T B. Gage, Southwest Foundation for Biomedical Research, San Antonio, Texas
B Dyke, Southwest Foundation for Biomedical Research, San Antonio, Texas
P G. Riviere, Oxford University, Oxford, England

Abstract

A method of estimating the parameters of population growth, based upon non­stable population theory, is presented. Data required for this method consist of age structures taken from two censuses, and the distribution of parental ages at birth. These data are typically more reliable and easier to collect than those required for traditional methods relying upon stable population theory. The net maternity function, intrinsic rate of increase, and other stability properties are examined for the Trio of Surinam. Fertility characteristics also are obtained using a life table derived from the same data. In general the results suggest that the Trio maintain a moderate rate of increase, short generation times, moderately low fertility and relatively long birth intervals.

Recommended Citation

Gage, T B.; Dyke, B; and Riviere, P G. (1984) "The Population Dynamics and Fertility of the Trio of Surinam: An Application of a Two Census Method," Human Biology: Vol. 56: Iss. 4, Article 10.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.wayne.edu/humbiol/vol56/iss4/10