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Depression and Anxiety Among Women Attending Infertility Clinic in Chennai

Author(s) Dr. PRIYADHARSHINI DHARMALINGAM, Dr. DIVYA PRAKASH
Country India
Abstract Infertility is not only a medical problem; rather, it is a severe life crisis that can lead to psychological morbidity such as anxiety and depression. The majority of literatures about mental and reproductive health has focused only on obstetric and child care. This study focusses on mental health problems in women with infertility
Methodology:
This cross sectional study is conducted among 95 participants in Fertility centre Chennai in 2024-25. The participants were recruited by convenience sampling. The standard scales and semi structured questionnaire used to collect data. The data were analyzed using Epi info 7.
Results:
22.1%had only anxiety, 18.95% had only depression and 12 participants had both anxiety and depression. Overall, 51(53.68%) participants were suffering from atleast one- depression or anxiety. The risk factors identified were unemployment, financial burden, emotional strain, low family and spousal support, high social stigma, poor sleep and low self esteem.
Conclusion:
The infertile women are at a substantial risk of psychological morbidity, with psychosocial factors playing a critical role. Our findings, supported by multiple international studies, emphasize the need for holistic infertility care that includes mental health assessment and targeted psychosocial interventions
Keywords Infertility, Depression, Anxiety, Risk factors
Field Medical / Pharmacy
Published In Volume 16, Issue 4, October-December 2025
Published On 2025-10-06
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