P-1467 - Relationship between women infertility and depression, anxiety and stress disorders

Abstract

According to WHO data about 60-80 million people around the world suffer from infertility. This problem causes huge negative impact on family life. Forty percent of women with infertility experience various mental disorders. Aims/objectives: Investigation of anxiety-depressive spectrum disorders in women with infertility. Assessment of impact of women infertility on self-esteem and certain aspects of life. Development of recommendations on mental health services for women, experiencing infertility problems. Methods: Sixty women at the age of 21 to 36 years, experiencing infertility problems for maximum period of 60 months participated in the study. Anxiety, depression and stress rates were assessed using Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale-DASS-21, the level of self-esteem was determined with Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale. Data was analyzed using SPSS 16.0. Results: Such factors as education, occupation, religious beliefs, and accessibility of proper medical services were determined to have significant impact on depression, anxiety and stress rates as well as on self-esteem and satisfaction with life of women with infertility. Conclusions: Screening for early detection of mental health problems, psychological counseling and family therapy for couples encountering infertility problems was recommended.

Land of Fire, Hearts of Ice: Psychological Aspects of the Involuntary Childlessness in Azerbaijan

“…Katibli 33 conducted a study that involved 60 women aged between 21 to 36 years who experienced infertility issues for a maximum duration of 60 months. To assess their levels of anxiety, depression, and stress, the researchers utilize the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale -DASS-21.…”

“…Furthermore, the participants' level of self-esteem is determined using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale. A study implies that the rates of depression, anxiety, and stress as well as self-esteem and life satisfaction among women with infertility are found to be significantly influenced by various factors such as education, occupation, religious beliefs, and access to adequate medical services 33 .…”

“…Katibli et al 33 report that depending on the cause and duration of this issue, those affected may experience problems with their mental health. The main symptoms can range from stress, frustration, low self-esteem, and feelings of inferiority to anxiety and severe depression.…”

“…Additionally, in their study, Katibli et al 33 suggest that couples dealing with infertility should undergo screening for early detection of mental health issues and that they should be offered psychological counseling and family therapy. The conclusion provides a clear recommendation for mental health services for women experiencing infertility but could benefit from a more detailed explanation of how these services would be implemented and what specific support would be provided.…”

Hypnotherapy as an intervention in infertility treatment

“…A significant portion of women facing infertility, approximately 40%, grapple with various mental health disorders. 3 The repeated unsuccessful attempts can prompt self-blame, resulting in feelings of shame and guilt. 4 Moreover, women dealing with infertility experience a profound sense of loss and grief.…”