June is Infertility Awareness Month. We are highlighting the emotional, physical, and psychological impact of infertility and fertility treatment. Infertility affects an estimated 10–15% of couples and is associated with emotional distress, including anxiety, depression, anger, and social isolation. For many individuals and families, navigating infertility can be a deeply stressful and isolating experience, often marked by uncertainty and grief.
Many studies have shown that rates of depression and anxiety are significantly higher among infertile couples compared to the general population. However, evidence also suggests that interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy and support groups can help reduce stress and mood symptoms and may even improve fertility outcomes.
We understand the important connection between reproductive and mental health. Below, we have compiled resources from our website that may be helpful in informing decisions and providing support.
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Read more from our blogs:
- Antidepressant Use During IVF: What We Know About Outcomes
- Is There a Link Between Endometriosis and Perinatal Depression?
- In Subfertile Women Who Conceive With or Without Assistance, Low Risk of Postpartum Depression
- Essential Reads: Stress, Anxiety and Depression in Couples Undergoing Infertility Treatment
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So Glad You Asked
We’ll be continuing this conversation soon—stay tuned for “So Glad You Asked,” Season 2, Episode 7: “How does infertility affect my mental health?” with Dr. Pooja Lakshmin, MD, coming July 22.
