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Having a child is a dream of many people. But many obstacles can arise in the middle of this dream, bringing suffering to those who go through it.
Dealing with infertility causes different feelings and emotions . In fact, psychological stress is one of the results of infertility. The fact of dealing with several attempts and the collection of family and friends, for example, are just some of the common situations for those who are going through this.
However, it is important to remember that this does not have to be such a lonely path since, today, many professionals are able to offer support to people who are trying to conceive.
Having the support of professionals to share the anxieties that infertility imposes makes the path lighter. Some researchers agree that infertility treatment sites should consider psychological variables during treatment. Thus, among the professionals indicated, we have psychologists who will assist in emotional and psychological support for people who are facing infertility.
What is psychotherapy?
We know that couples who experience fertility problems become anxious to achieve their positive. In fact, anxiety is a totally normal response to the adversities that are put in the way, such as the various attempts, the frustration when receiving the negative, the feeling of guilt for not being a mother or father, among other situations.
However, it is important that we know how to deal with these feelings that arise in order not to let them dominate our body. So, doing psychotherapy is an important step in learning to deal with all this explosion of feelings and frustrations. In fact, studies prove that psychotherapy is an alternative as reliable as the use of medications when it comes to controlling anxiety and promoting mental health in infertile women.
Facing the course of infertility is not an easy task, but we can learn to react and deal with the situation in a healthier way that is not so painful and lonely. Thus, psychotherapy, in addition to being a means of obtaining relief and support , is also a learning process that provides self-knowledge and a new look at situations. It is worth looking for a professional that is right for you!
What will the psychologist work on?
Several studies show that, in couples facing infertility, there is an increase in anxiety and risk of depression , as well as a decrease in self-confidence. In general, these are some of the feelings that are common in couples who experience this:
- Anxiety
- Stress
- Sadness
- Hopelessness
- Guilt
Relationship problems are also common when experiencing difficulties getting pregnant. Not only problems in the relationship of the couple itself, but also with family and friends due to the constant experiences of recovery and feelings of guilt.
The psychologist will then work on all these and many other issues during the sessions, providing support, support and providing self-knowledge through interventions. In addition to psychotherapy, it is possible that the psychologist recommends relaxation techniques and even refer the patient to another professional in the case of the need for prescription drugs, since psychologists do not prescribe them. These interventions are sometimes necessary to control anxiety and other signs that can get worse.
When to seek psychotherapy?
Feeling pressured, alone and stressed are common complaints of women who experience infertility. After all, as we mentioned earlier, it is a common reaction to be stressed or anxious about a situation that is beyond our control. However, the warning light comes on when these unpleasant feelings become a constant , affecting all areas of life.
A sadness that lasts a few hours is normal and even healthy, as it is our body’s reaction to a sad situation. But keeping days and days sad, hopeless and hopeless, are clear signs that something is really not right in our body and needs to be treated, as it can even result in depression .
On a daily basis, it is common for couples to disagree about how they will deal with some situations, such as which treatment to choose, who to tell what they are going through, among other issues. Thus, you can choose a couple therapy , for example, where the issues will be worked together, involving both.
Thus, the right time to do psychotherapy is up to everyone who wants to seek support and support when going through the challenges that infertility imposes. Whether individually or as a couple, it is highly recommended to look for a psychologist so that all feelings that arise during the course of infertility are understood in a healthier way. Furthermore, this can be a special moment because it is a space for the expression of anxieties, anxieties and thoughts, being sure not to be judged by what is said, which is essential for those who go through this situation, no and even?
As we can see, getting support and support along this path is necessary to deal with infertility in a healthy way. So, look for help to make this route less painful!
My name is Dr. Alexis Hart I am 38 years old, I am the mother of 3 beautiful children! Different ages, different phases 16 years, 12 years and 7 years. In love with motherhood since always, I found it difficult to make my dreams come true, and also some more after I was already a mother.
Since I imagined myself as a mother, in my thoughts everything seemed to be much easier and simpler than it really was, I expected to get pregnant as soon as I wished, but it wasn’t that simple. The first pregnancy was smooth, but my daughter’s birth was very troubled. Joana was born in 2002 with a weight of 2930kg and 45cm, from a very peaceful cesarean delivery but she had already been born with congenital pneumonia due to a broken bag not treated with antibiotics even before delivery.
