" I am half agony and half hope."
- Jane Austen
Trauma & Infertility
Trauma doesn't only impact mental health. Studies have suggested that Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), Trauma, PTSD, Stress, and Anxiety have been proven to affect the body in a number of measurable ways. Women are not only disproportionately vulnerable to certain types of trauma, but the body/mind response to trauma may manifest as problems with reproductive health and fertility. Just one more reason your patients may be uniquely affected.
Triggers During Treatment
Because of the way in which the brain processes trauma, many aspects of infertility treatment might trigger body memories which are upsetting to the patient. It is important to understand that whether or not the patient chooses to disclose a history of trauma to you, you and your office staff should be aware of the signs and best practice regarding communicating safety.