The Psychological Impact of Infertility and its Treatment

Relationship breakdown. Depressed young man holding hand on head and looking away while woman sitting behind him on the couch

Infertility is a problem when a couple is unable to have a child. Such a condition has an impact not only on their body but also on their relationship. Infertility is a common problem in the present day, it is a curse or It is not a matter of embarrassment. It is a physical problem but many people do not understand this and they get worried when they have this problem. Not having a child, which is a body problem, often has a negative emotional impact on the couple. It is said that when their child comes in the life of a couple, they become more connected on an emotional level. But when they face difficulty in producing a child due to medical complications, they also break down on an emotional level. The problem of infertility is not only the fear of social harassment of the couple but also the fear of getting into the personal relationship of both of them at times.


Infertility and mental effects

Due to studies and careers, nowadays boys and girls marry late. They do not want a child immediately after getting married. Because of this, he takes many precautions in the beginning. But when those children plan and after that, the woman is unable to conceive quickly, they become anxious. He remains restless day and night due to constant pressure.  He himself does not understand why both the husband and wife are healthy, yet they are unable to conceive. They get all kinds of stress. They start to get anxious, dissolving into depression which affects their health. According to a recent survey, 40 percent of the women who are under high stress complain of infertility. However, there is no concrete evidence that infertility is due to stress.


The reason for stress is that there are family and social pressure to have a child. There is a prevalent belief in our society that when a married couple becomes a child, then only their family is complete. It is considered good luck for every woman to be adopted, and bad luck for not adopting. When a couple has to face infertility, they not only suffer mental stress due to not fulfilling their emotional need to become a parent, but they also worry about society.

Infertility The problem may be related to either man or woman. But it affects their relationship. In such a situation, it often happens that people start giving less importance to their partners. It can be a matter of constant thinking in his mind that he himself is fine but due to the physical compulsion of his partner, he is unable to become a mother or father. In such a situation, it is common for both to have bitterness and complaints from each other.

Ways to deal mentally with infertility

  • Control emotions – Do not be jealous of other pregnant women if you are unable to become a mother. Always wish her the best. Avoid openly expressing your grief. Always weeping of any weakness or compulsion in front of everyone is neither good for you nor for others.
  • Good dealings with the partner – At such times, your partner’s emotional needs are greatly increased. If you are right and your partner has this flaw, do not look at it with a fallen eye. Do not change behavior with him. Give him more love and affection. Be normal with him
  • Keep a healthy relationship: Do not change your relationships with people after finding out infertility. Explain to everyone the reason for not being a mother so that no one questions again and again.
  • Put your mind to work – learn to keep yourself busy. The more you are busy with your work, the more you will not think bad things nor will you have bad thoughts.
  • Be transparent – share your problem with family members. This will reduce your suffering and those people will also support you emotionally. Also, understanding your sorrow, they will not pressure you. This will reduce your stress.



It is very important to understand that infertility is a problem that can happen to anyone. It is very important to understand it like other diseases of the body. Also, it is important that you continue to seek medical help. Science has progressed a lot, and almost everything is treated. Control your emotions, and seek advice from a good doctor.