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| POSTED 3/20/2006 |
Stay Calm During IVF |
It has long been known that stress can affect fertility. But a new Swedish study found that high levels of stress and worry do not seem to affect a woman’s chances of conceiving via in vitro fertilization (IVF). Results of the study were recently published in the journal Human Reproduction.
The largest study to look at the effect of stress on IVF success and the first to examine stress both before and during the treatment found that women who reported high stress and those who were calmer during the procedure experienced similar success rates.
The researchers hope that more doctors will share this knowledge with patients to reduce the psychological distress of IVF.
At DVIF&G, counseling is an integral part of treatment. As DVIF&G’s Director of Medical and Behavioral Therapy, Karen Ann Brook MSW, LCSW, helps couples cope with the uncertainty and stress of infertility. She designs particular treatment programs for couples to help them get the support they need. To make an appointment with Ms. Brook, please call (856) 988-0072.
Date Posted: March 12, 2006
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