Two Main Independent Predictors of Depression Among Infertile Women: An Asian Experience

Farzadi, Laya; Ghasemzadeh, Aliyeh

doi:10.1016/s1028-4559(08)60074-1

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“…A strong association between irrational parenthood cognitions and depression has been reported in literature[11–13]. Moreover, it is stated to be a major predictor of quality of life among infertile women[2,8,9,14,15].…”

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“…The answer lies in its association with quality of life and, psychological disorders, as stated before, and also possible negative health care seeking behaviors affecting the treatment process. Interestingly of importance can also be the consequent change in immune response that is reported to occur due to psychological aftermaths of infertility [10,11,14,16–18]. …”

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Predictors of Irrational Parenthood Cognitions in an Iranian Group of Infertile Women

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ObjectivesThe aim of this study was to investigate possible predictors of irrational parenthood cognitions among infertile women seeking treatment.MethodsIn a cross-sectional study, 300 women who visited an Infertility Center in Iran during 2010 were studied. A pre-validated inventory was used to assess irrational parenthood cognitions. Potential predictors of the total irrational parenthood cognitions score were assessed.ResultsMean irrational parenthood cognition score was 39.7(Range 0–56). Through bivariate analysis, the score on irrational parenthood cognition was inversely correlated with age and positively correlated with length of time seeking for infertility treatment and length of time expecting pregnancy. In a multivariate model, infertile women with higher education, especially academic education, or those with higher economic status were less likely to have irrational parenthood cognitions. However, higher motherhood motivation, no previous experience of pregnancy and being under social pressure, from others around, increased the likelihood of having irrational parenthood cognitions.ConclusionsSome variables such as female spouse’s educational level and being under social pressure can independently predict irrational parenthood cognitions among infertile women that may be of use in designing health promotion plans in order to target the vulnerable women.

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“…Social and parental pressures to perpetuate the family name can place a psychologic burden on the infertile couple. 6 The physical, psychologic and financial challenges associated with assisted reproductive techniques may have further impacts on the couple.…”

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“…The lifetime prevalence of major depression among women is approximately 14% to 21%. 6 The patient may experience a loss of close relationship with his/her partner, might lose prestige in society and develop a low self-esteem and may lose hope for the future. These feelings may lead to depression, anger, anxiety or feelings of guilt.…”

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A comparative study of depression among infertile and fertile women

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Baniya

2016

Int J Res Med Sci

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“…Infertility transforms a potentially private, individualized, health problem into a social problem as it is intrinsically interlinked with complex social and relationships issues (Daar & Merali, 2002). Therefore, overall reactions are likely to be influenced by the individual/couple as well as socio-cultural milieu (Farzadi & Ghasemzadeh, 2008;Fatoye et al, 2008;Donkor & Sandall, 2007;Mindes et al, 2003;Jordan & Revenson, 1999).…”

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Feeling the Blues of Infertility in a South Asian Context: Psychological Well-Being and Associated Factors Among Sri Lankan Women with Primary Infertility

2011

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Primary infertility may have a considerable impact on the psychological well-being of women. In the present study, the authors investigated the psychological well-being and its correlates among Sri Lankan women with primary infertility. A total of 177 women with primary infertility were compared with 177 fertile women matched for age and duration of marriage to identify differences in the psychological well-being between the two groups. They were recruited from a prevalence survey conducted in the district of Colombo, Sri Lanka from August 2005 to February 2006. The General Health Questionnaire-30 (GHQ-30) and Mental Health sub-components of the Short Form-36 (SF-36) were used to measure psychological well-being. In addition, infertile women with and without psychological distress were compared to identify the social, marital, treatment, and demographic factors independently associated with psychological distress. A significantly higher proportion of women with primary infertility (66.1%; 95% CI 58.6-73.0%) had psychological distress as compared to fertile women (18.6 %; 95% CI 13.2-25.2%; P < 0.001). After adjustment for confounding factors, infertile women who were psychologically distressed were significantly less educated (OR = 55.3; 95% CI 15.2-201.0), had poor marital communication (OR = 3.5; 95% CI 1.3-9.8), had a higher priority for having children (OR = 4.2; 95% CI 1.3-13.8), and had been previously (OR = 39.1; 95% CI 8.3-185.4) or currently (OR = 11.0; 95% CI 3.0-40.6) investigated/treated for infertility when compared with infertile women without distress. Women with primary infertility reported more distress as compared to fertile women. Psychological distress among infertile women was associated with poorer education, being previously/currently investigated/treated, placing higher importance on having children, and having poor marital communication. The need for psychological intervention targeting infertile women in clinics and community settings is highlighted.

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Two Main Independent Predictors of Depression Among Infertile Women: An Asian Experience

Abstract: Irrational parenthood cognitions and pressure by relatives were the two main independent predictors of depression among infertile women.

Cited by 29 publications

References 24 publications

Predictors of Irrational Parenthood Cognitions in an Iranian Group of Infertile Women

Predictors of Irrational Parenthood Cognitions in an Iranian Group of Infertile Women

A comparative study of depression among infertile and fertile women

Feeling the Blues of Infertility in a South Asian Context: Psychological Well-Being and Associated Factors Among Sri Lankan Women with Primary Infertility

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