Psychological influence of test tube babies
In vitro fertilization (IVF) refers to the artificial conception of babies in the laboratory through in vitro fertilization (IVF) and other technologies. Due to the particularity of this reproductive mode, IVF may face some psychological effects. In the face of these impacts, parents need to take positive attitudes and actions to deal with them.
Psychological influence I: confusion of identity
IVF babies may face the confusion of identity during their growth. They may have questions about how they were born and feel different from other children. This confusion of identity may cause emotional pressure and inferiority.
Parents can ease this confusion through an open dialogue with their children. They should tell their children frankly about their way of conception, and emphasize the importance of love and care. In addition, guide children to establish positive self cognition, encourage them to develop their own interests and personality characteristics, and develop their self-confidence.
Psychological impact 2: increased family pressure
The birth of IVF is a huge decision and challenge for both spouses and the whole family. Whether in vitro fertilization or other assisted reproductive technologies, the whole process requires a long time and a high degree of psychological and physical endurance.
Parents need to be aware that the arrival of IVF may bring extra pressure to the family. They can relieve pressure by sharing housework with family members, seeking psychological support, participating in family activities and other ways. In addition, it is also important to seek professional psychological counseling and support, which will help family members and parents to better cope with emotional fluctuations and stress.
Psychological influence 3: social difficulties
IVF may face some challenges and difficulties in the social circle. They may face the misunderstanding and discrimination of their peers, which will lead to the injury of self-esteem. In addition, some IVF babies may feel lonely because they grow up differently from other children.
Parents can help their children cope with social difficulties by encouraging them to actively participate in social activities and cultivating good communication and interpersonal skills. In addition, parents can also find families or organizations with similar experiences to IVF to provide support and friendship for their children. Such communication and contact will help children feel that they are not alone, and also find more understanding and support for them.
Psychological influence 4: damaged sense of self-worth
IVF babies may feel the pressure and prejudice from society during their growth, and thus doubt their own self-worth. They may feel that there are differences between themselves and "naturally pregnant" children, resulting in different labels and evaluations, which will affect their self-confidence and self-esteem.
Parents can help their children establish positive self-awareness through effective communication and encouragement. They should emphasize that everyone is unique and valuable, no matter how they come to the world. Parents can also encourage their children to develop their own strengths and expertise, cultivate self-esteem and self-confidence, and help them establish positive self-evaluation.
summary
The psychological impact of IVF is very important and needs to be paid attention to. Identity confusion, increased family pressure, social difficulties and loss of self-worth are several aspects. However, parents can provide support and understanding through an open dialogue with their children, and guide them to establish positive self-awareness and meet challenges. In addition, mutual support and professional psychological counseling among family members are also important means to help parents and children cope with the psychological impact of IVF.
