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Exploring the Unseen Struggles: A Study on Psychosocial Distress and Illness Perception Among Women at Infertility Clinic

Author(s) Azhgar Jan Thoulath Khan, Sumathi Chandran, Shankar Shanmugam Rajendran, Kannan Kasinathan, Jency Indira Kuppan, Atchaya Rajagopal, Amudha Chinnappan
Country India
Abstract Infertility significantly impacts millions of couples worldwide, often leading to feelings of barrenness and incompleteness, particularly in societies where having children signifies a fulfilled life. Beyond being a medical issue, infertility deeply affects mental health, inducing stress, guilt, emptiness, anxiety, and depression. While mental health was historically overlooked, it is now recognized as essential to overall well-being, as emphasized by WHO. This study highlights the psychological toll of infertility and underscores the importance of counselling for couples undergoing prolonged treatment, particularly women, who often face greater societal blame in India.
Research Domain
This qualitative study explores the perceived illness experiences and psychosocial distress of women with infertility.
Materials and Methods
Using a phenomenological approach, six women were purposefully selected. Tools included a socio-demographic data sheet and unstructured questionnaires.
Results
Data saturation was achieved after six interviews, with four additional interviews conducted. The mean age of participants was 34.6 years, with an average infertility duration of 4.6 years. Analysis revealed 230 codes grouped into four themes: stigma pattern, self-stigma, defensive mechanisms, and balancing strategies.
Conclusion
The study emphasizes the need to understand individual psychological symptom patterns in infertile patients, guiding targeted psychosocial interventions beyond alleviating distress.
Keywords Psychosocial distress, Illness perception, Infertility women
Field Medical / Pharmacy
Published In Volume 16, Issue 1, January-March 2025
Published On 2025-02-12
Cite This Exploring the Unseen Struggles: A Study on Psychosocial Distress and Illness Perception Among Women at Infertility Clinic - Azhgar Jan Thoulath Khan, Sumathi Chandran, Shankar Shanmugam Rajendran, Kannan Kasinathan, Jency Indira Kuppan, Atchaya Rajagopal, Amudha Chinnappan - IJSAT Volume 16, Issue 1, January-March 2025. DOI 10.71097/IJSAT.v16.i1.1862
DOI https://doi.org/10.71097/IJSAT.v16.i1.1862
Short DOI https://doi.org/g85dk2
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