ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Legalized abortion and crime effect

Okay kiddo, let me explain what legalized abortion and the crime effect is all about.

Legalized abortion means that in some countries, it's allowed for women to end their pregnancy if they do not want to have a baby. It's a legal option that they can choose from.

Crime effect, on the other hand, is a theory that some people believe in. They think that when abortion is legal, it can lead to less crime in the future.

Now, you may be wondering why this could be true. Well, some experts have found that there is a link between the number of abortions and the number of crimes committed in the future.

One reason for this is that when a woman who is not ready to be a mother is forced to have a baby, she may not be able to provide the best care for the child. This could lead to the child growing up in poverty, and without proper care and attention.

Growing up without these things could cause them to turn to crime as a way to survive or seek attention.

So, when women have the option to end their pregnancy if they can't provide proper care for their child, it can lead to a lower rate of crime in the future.

Of course, not everyone agrees with this theory, and there are many factors that contribute to crime rates. But, it's an interesting idea to think about.