The Impact of Stress on Fertility

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Which journal published the article 'Fertility of male adult rats submitted to forced swimming stress'?

Environmental Health Perspectives Supplements

Brazilian Journal of Medical and Biological Research (correct)

Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics & Gynecology

Annals of Epidemiology

In which journal was the article 'Stress and Other Factors Affecting Fertility in Men and Women: Overview' published?

Environmental Health Perspectives Supplements (correct)

BJOG

Annals of Epidemiology

Human Reproduction

Which article discusses 'Psychological stress during pregnancy and stillbirth'?

BJOG (correct)

Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics & Gynecology

Annals of Epidemiology

Human Reproduction

What is the definition of fertility?

The capacity to reproduce, including getting pregnant and carrying to term Signup and view all the answers

What triggers ovulation in females?

Acute rise of luteinizing hormone (LH) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) in males?

Stimulates maturation of seminiferous tubules and spermatogenesis Signup and view all the answers

What does the hypothalamus release to regulate gonad production?

Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GRH) Signup and view all the answers

What does a sex gland in which gametes are produced refer to?

Gonad: ovary/testis produce egg/sperm Signup and view all the answers

What does too high luteinizing hormone (LH) levels cause in females?

Premature menopause/testicular failure Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of infertility?

Trying for 12 months with no pregnancy Signup and view all the answers

What are the roles of luteinizing hormone (LH) in males?

Production of testosterone and affects spermatogenesis Signup and view all the answers

What impact does emotional stress have on fertility?

It reduces the number of 'healthy' sperm in stressed individuals. Signup and view all the answers

What does conveyer of Modulating Radiance (CRM) therapy do for stressed individuals?

It significantly increases the number of 'healthy' sperm. Signup and view all the answers

How do women experiencing social pressure for motherhood view infertility?

As more stressful, with working outside the home being beneficial. Signup and view all the answers

How do infertile wives perceive their fertility problem compared to their husbands?

As more stressful and feel more responsible for the infertility. Signup and view all the answers

What can excessive emotional stress cause in women?

Chronic anovulation Signup and view all the answers

What are potential predictors of distress in infertility?

Gender role identity, career role salience, and social pressure for motherhood Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of women being treated for infertility experienced clinically significant levels of distress?

A significant percentage Signup and view all the answers

What is high levels of stress during pregnancy associated with?

An 80% increased risk of stillbirth Signup and view all the answers

How does stress influence the HPG axis?

It leads to a decrease in gonad functioning Signup and view all the answers

What role do environmental factors play in stress-related reproductive difficulties?

They play a role in stress-related reproductive difficulties Signup and view all the answers

What does difficulty conceiving or carrying to term lead to?

Stress about infertility, which in turn leads to increased future fertility problems Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Impact of Stress on Fertility and Reproductive Health

Life events are associated with decreased sperm concentration, total sperm count, and percent motile sperm, as well as increased likelihood of infertility.
Emotional stress has a detrimental impact on fertility, reducing the number of "healthy" sperm in stressed individuals.
Conveyer of Modulating Radiance (CRM) therapy significantly increases the number of "healthy" sperm in stressed individuals.
Women experiencing social pressure for motherhood view infertility as more stressful, with working outside the home being beneficial.
Inability to conceive is depicted as role failure and socially stigmatizing, leading to increased stress and reduced chances of conceiving.
Infertile wives perceive their fertility problem as more stressful than their husbands and feel more responsible for the infertility.
Excessive emotional stress can cause chronic anovulation and elevated cortisol levels are associated with amenorrhea.
Gender role identity, career role salience, and social pressure for motherhood are potential predictors of distress in infertility.
A significant percentage of women being treated for infertility experienced clinically significant levels of distress.
High levels of stress during pregnancy are associated with an 80% increased risk of stillbirth, while stress alone does not increase the risk of miscarriage.
Stress influences the HPG axis, leading to a decrease in gonad functioning, and environmental factors play a role in stress-related reproductive difficulties.
Difficulty conceiving or carrying to term leads to stress about infertility, which in turn leads to increased future fertility problems.

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Discover how stress impacts fertility and reproductive health with this quiz. Explore the effects of emotional stress on sperm health, the influence of social pressure on infertility, and the connection between stress and pregnancy complications. Test your knowledge on the various factors and predictors of distress in infertility and the impact of stress on the HPG axis and gonad functioning.