Isfahan University of Medical Sciences

Science Communicator Platform

Stay connected! Follow us on X network (Twitter):
Share this content! On (X network) By
Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence, Quality of Life, and Infertility Stigma in Infertile Woman: A Descriptive-Correlational Study Publisher



Anari M1 ; Taebi M2 ; Tarrahi MJ3 ; Pirhadi M2
Authors
Show Affiliations
Authors Affiliations
  1. 1. Department of Midwifery and Reproductive Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
  2. 2. Department of Midwifery and Reproductive Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Reproductive Sciences and Sexual Health Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
  3. 3. Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Health, Anesthesiology and Critical Care Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran

Source: International Journal of Reproductive BioMedicine Published:2024


Abstract

Background: Infertility is one of the major crises in couples’ lives, affecting both mental and physical health. One of the most significant consequences of infertility is stigma; moreover, emotional intelligence and women’s coping style with these consequences can affect the quality of this disorder. Objective: This study aimed to investigate emotional intelligence, infertility stigma, quality of life, and the relationship between these variables in infertile women. Materials and Methods: This descriptive-correlational study was conducted from April 2023 to February 2024 on 349 infertile women referred to “Hazrat Maryam Infertility Center in Shahid Beheshti hospital” and “Isfahan Fertility and Infertility Center” in Isfahan, Iran. Sampling was done using a convenience sampling method, and tools included 4 questionnaires, a demographic and midwifery information form, the quality of life questionnaire, the female-infertility-stigma-questionnaire, and the Schutte-Emotional-Intelligence scale. Results: The results showed that the women’s mean age was 35.08 ± 7.60 yr. The mean score for emotional intelligence was 109.06 ± 6.12, and the infertility stigma’s was 56.1 ± 14.73. The results indicated a positive correlation between emotional intelligence and infertility stigma (r = 0.13, p < 0.001). Only the mean score of social well-being and general health dimensions had a significant relationship with the total score of emotional intelligence (r = 0.037, p < 0.02). Conclusion: Infertile women have a lower quality of life and experience higher stigma. Since the quality of life and overall mental health affect the treatment process, also emotional intelligence plays an important role in human life, educational sessions and counseling should be considered in the treatment programs to improve the quality of life, thereby facilitating the treatment process with greater ease and speed. © 2024, Research and Clinical Center for Infertitlity. All rights reserved.
Related Docs
View other Related Docs
1. Development and Psychometric Evaluation of the Female Infertility Stigma Instrument (Isi-F): Protocol for a Mixed Method Study, Reproductive Health (2020)
2. Relationship Between Fertility Characteristics With Spiritual Intelligence and Resilience in Infertile Couples, Journal of Education and Health Promotion (2022)
3. Evaluation the Relationship Between Social Health and Stress of Assisted Reproductive Techniques in Infertile Women, Journal of Education and Health Promotion (2022)
4. Women's Lived Experiences of Female Infertility, Iranian Journal of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Infertility (2010)
5. Investigating the Relationship Between Spiritual Intelligence and Resilience in Infertile Couples in Isfahan: A Cross‑Sectional Study, Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research (2023)
6. Translation and Psychometric Evaluation of the Infertility Stigma Consciousness Questionnaire, Journal of Isfahan Medical School (2019)
7. Infertility S‌Tigma: A Qualitative S‌Tudy on Feelings and Experiences of Infertile Women, International Journal of Fertility and Sterility (2021)
8. Development and Psychometric Properties of Female Infertility Stigma Instrument (Isi-F): A Sequential Mixed Method Study, BMC Women's Health (2022)
Experts (# of related papers)
View all Related Experts
Ashraf Kazemi (14)
Mahboube Taebi (7)
Other Related Docs
9. Association Between the Religious Coping of Infertile People With Their Own Quality of Life and Their Spouses': A Correlation Study in Iranian Infertile Couples, Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research (2018)
10. Global Prevalence of Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety, Stress, and Depression Among Infertile Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis, Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics (2024)
11. Exploration of the Counseling Needs of Infertile Couples: A Qualitative Study, Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research (2015)
12. Empowerment and Sense of Adequacy in Infertile Couples: A Fundamental Need in Treatment Process of Infertility - a Qualitative Study, Qualitative Report (2014)
13. Psychological Assessment in Infertility: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis, Frontiers in Psychology (2022)
14. Exploring the Effect of Cognitive - Behavioral Counseling on Marital Satisfaction and Quality of Life Through Virtual Education, Avicenna Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Care (2021)
15. Studying the Relationship Between the Attitude to Infertility and Coping Strategies in Couples Undergoing Assisted Reproductive Treatments, Journal of Reproduction and Infertility (2016)
16. The Level of Anxiety and Depression Among Iranian Infertile Couples Undergoing in Vitro Fertilization or Intra Cytoplasmic Sperm Injection Cycles, Journal of Research in Medical Sciences (2005)
17. Investigating Related Factors to Psychological Symptoms of Infertile Couples Undergoing Assisted Reproductive Treatment, Journal of Education and Health Promotion (2020)
18. The Relationship Between Coping Strategy and Adaptation to Infertility Among Women Who Underwent Assisted Reproduction Treatment, Journal of Isfahan Medical School (2022)
19. Evaluation of the Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence and Sexual Function of Reproductive Age Women, Journal of Education and Health Promotion (2020)
20. The Comparison of Anxiety and Depression Rate Between Medical Staff of Infertility Centers and Obstetrics and Gynecology Centers of Yazd, Shiraz, Isfahan and Kerman Hospitals, Iranian Journal of Reproductive Medicine (2014)
21. Evaluation of the Success Rate of Assisted Reproductive Techniques (Art) in Shahid Beheshti Infertility Center, Isfahan, Iran, Journal of Isfahan Medical School (2014)
22. Sexual and Reproductive Health Needs of Hiv-Positive People in Tehran, Iran: A Mixed-Method Descriptive Study, International Journal of Health Policy and Management (2015)
23. The Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence, Social Responsibility, and Job Performance in Health Service Providers, Journal of Education and Health Promotion (2021)
24. Effect of a Follow-Up Counseling Program on Mental Health of Oocyte Donors: A Randomized Field Trial, International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics (2023)
25. Identification and Assessment of Common Errors in the Admission Process of Patients in Isfahan Fertility and Infertility Center Based on 'Failure Modes and Effects Analysis', Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research (2016)
26. Efficacy of Communication Skills Training Workshop on Sexual Function in Infertile Women, Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research (2015)
27. The Stigma of Reproductive Health Services Utilization by Unmarried Women, Iranian Red Crescent Medical Journal (2016)
28. Complementary and Alternative Medicine Usage and Its Determinant Factors Among Infertile Women: A Case of Iran, Current Traditional Medicine (2021)
29. Evaluation of Demographic Information and Consequences of in Vitro Fertilization in Pregnant Women in 2019-2020, Tehran University Medical Journal (2022)
30. Psychological Experiences in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Qualitative Study, Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research (2023)
31. Oocyte Donor's Emotions Towards the Potential Offspring: Development and Psychometric Properties, European Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Biology (2020)
32. The Relations Between Marital Quality, Social Support, Social Acceptance and Coping Strategies Among the Infertile Iranian Couples, European Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Biology (2016)
33. Exploration of Infertile Couples’ Support Requirements: A Qualitative Study, International Journal of Fertility and Sterility (2015)
34. Emotional Intelligence and Men's Sexual Performance, Journal of Holistic Nursing and Midwifery (2020)
35. The Relationship Between Spiritual Intelligence and Fear of Childbirth in Low-Risk Pregnant Women, Journal of Babol University of Medical Sciences (2017)
36. Investigating Students' Attitudes and Knowledge About Surrogacy Treatment, Iranian Journal of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Infertility (2012)
37. Association Between Infertility Factors and Non-Physical Partner Abuse in Infertile Couples, Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research (2016)
38. Fertility Desire: Facilitators and Inhibitors, Payesh (2019)
39. The Opinion of Iranian Students About the Society's Perception on Using Surrogacy As an Infertility Treatment in the Future Community, Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (2015)
40. The Effect of Auriculotherapy on the Stress and the Outcomes of Assistant Reproductive Technologies in Infertile Women, Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research (2018)
41. Relationship of Emotional Intelligence With Sexual Function in Females, Journal of Holistic Nursing and Midwifery (2019)
42. Spouse’S Coping Strategies Mediate the Relationship Between Women’S Coping Strategies and Their Psychological Health Among Infertile Couples, Scientific Reports (2023)
43. Psychiatric Symptoms Associated With Oocyte-Donation, Psychiatric Quarterly (2016)
44. Investigating the Relationship Between Attitudes Toward Fertility and Childbearing and the Value of Children With Attitudes Toward Fertility Control in Married Women Aged 15-45 in Isfahan, Journal of Education and Health Promotion (2022)
45. The Relationship of Emotional Intelligence With Mental Health in Adolescents, Journal of Isfahan Medical School (2017)
46. The Effect of Lycopene Supplementation on Mood Status and Quality of Life in Infertile Men: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial, International Journal of Fertility and Sterility (2020)
47. Infertility Knowledge, Attitudes, and Beliefs Among Iranian College Students, Journal of Environmental Treatment Techniques (2019)
48. The Results of Pregnancies After Gender Selection by Pre Implantation Genetic Diagnosis and Its Relation With Couple's Age, Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research (2015)
49. Factors Related to Childbearing Intentions Among Women: A Cross-Sectional Study in Health Centers, Saveh, Iran, Journal of the Egyptian Public Health Association (2020)
50. Relationships Between Couple Collaboration, Well-Being, and Psychological Health of Infertile Couples Undergoing Assisted Reproductive Treatment, Reproductive Health (2024)