What did Malthus think would happen if the human population kept growing?

Thomas Malthus believed that if the human population continued to grow unchecked, it would eventually outstrip food production and resources. He argued that this imbalance would lead to widespread famine, disease, and social strife, ultimately resulting in a natural "check" on population growth. Malthus posited that without preventative measures, such as moral restraint or population control, society would face dire consequences as it reached its carrying capacity.