TY - JOUR JO - Annals of Agricultural and Environmental Medicine J2 - Ann Agric Environ Med. SN - 1232-1966 VL - 24 IS - 4 PY - 2017 ID - Malina2017 TI - Psychological consequences of IVF fertilization – Review of research AB - Introduction and objective Due to the reported efficacy of in vitro fertilization (IVF) this method of dealing with infertility is increasing being used. Experiencing IVF can be a source of psychological and emotional difficulties for couples trying to have a child. A systematic review was performed to discuss IVF as a psychological issue that impacts on the functioning of individuals, couples and families. Ebsco, Science Direct and PsycARTICLES databases were searched using the keywords: IVF fertilization, IVF psychology, infertility, and IVF consequences, using published peer reviewed articles from 2006 onwards. Studies in the English and Polish languages, peer reviewed and investigating general IVF and infertility psychological issues were included. Data was collected by the authors between June 2015-January 2016. Brief description of the state of knowledge Studies indicate that partners going through IVF may not have enough support from their closest social environments. It is argued that these unsupportive social interactions affect the well-being of couples, can hinder conception, and therefore are one of the reasons for attrition from IVF, the most effective assisted reproduction method. Conclusions There is a need to conduct studies on the effect of supportive social interactions for the functioning of couples undergoing IVF. AU - Malina, Alicja AU - Pooley, Julie Ann SP - 554 EP - 558 DA - 2017 DO - 10.5604/12321966.1232085 UR - https://doi.org/10.5604/12321966.1232085 ER -