Emotional Component of Infertility

At present, the role of an infertility counsellor is seen, by most clinics, as one of evaluation rather than supportive. As such, the value of such a role is not justly appreciated. There are telltale signs are that this may change in future, and with this, the infertile patients may come to be viewed not just as patients but as people who are going through one of the greatest traumas in their lives and need support after medical treatment has been completed. At times, even when the treatment is successful, there is an element of posttraumatic stress which may be disguised in various forms and may linger for a lengthy period. For this reason, continuous support should be offered to patients seeking (or those who have completed) fertility treatment should they need it. Making babies is not a simple, natural task for these patients. Because of infertility it has become a major issue in their lives, and probably the one that will never be forgotten.