Impact of infertility on emotional stability and quality of relationship in marriage

Abstract

Introduction: The inability to conceive is a stressful situation that affects both husbands and wives. The consequences of infertility impact psychological wellbeing and marital relationship. As per NIPO 70% women and 50% men considered childlessness to be one of the most significant and distressful life events faced by an individual.  Objective: The present study explored the relationship among males and females regarding emotional stability and quality of relationship in marriage.  Methodology:  A sample of 100 individuals were taken (male -50, female-50) were chosen, in the age range of 25-30 and 31-35 infertile using purposive sampling technique. There were 2 scales which were administered on the participants, namely emotional stability scale by Sanjay Vohra and relationship assessment scale by Hendrick. Result:  The result of the study concluded (a) There is a significant difference between males and females regarding emotional stability. (b) There is no significant difference between males and females regarding quality of relationship. Conclusion:  Infertility has numerous negative implications for marital relationship. Thus, infertile persons should not only be physically examined and treated for infertility but should also be given counselling to lessen the psychological trauma attached to infertility.