
Psychological and Medical Perspectives on Fertility Care and Sexual Health
- 1st Edition - October 21, 2021
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Editors: Kim Bergman, William D. Petok
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 8 2 2 2 8 8 - 1
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 8 2 3 2 7 5 - 0
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Request a sales quotePsychological and Medical Perspectives on Fertility Care and Sexual Health provides the necessary specialized training of sexual dysfunction and sex therapy to those in reproductive medicine. Understanding and knowledge about these sexual dysfunctions is needed for reproductive specialists to identify sexual problems, provide treatment if they are able or make appropriate referrals, and coordinate care for more specialized and specific needs as part of the patients overall reproductive medical management. This must-have reference explores the intimate interface of sexuality and fertility, male and female sexual function, cultural influences on women, Eastern medicine, and more!
- Provides the first-of-its-kind book for clinicians that summarizes literature and interventions and brings together the current researchers and thinkers on this topic
- Explores diverse populations typically left out, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender individuals, women and people of color
- Presents a treatment dilemma for many health care providers: should one condition be treated before the other or should concurrent services be offered?
- Identifies common sexual problems/dysfunctions presented by infertility patients
- Describes interventions for these problems and identifies resources for appropriate treatment of sexual dysfunction
Clinicians, Mental Health Professionals, Residents, in the field of reproductive medicine. This book could be used in a course to prepare clinicians in training as well as advance level clinicians. In addition, this book can be used as a data base of research on this underrepresented topic
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- Dedication
- List of contributors
- Preface: The intimate interface of sexuality and fertility
- Organization of the book
- Reproductive health
- Sexual dysfunctions, medical and social conditions, and infertility
- Additional considerations
- Looking forward
- Acknowledgments
- Part I: Reproductive health
- Chapter 1. The acquisition of sexual and reproductive health knowledge
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Prehistory of sexual and reproductive knowledge
- Early historical evidence
- Recorded history
- Science and fertility
- The evolution of modern reproductive health and sex education in the United States
- Fertility awareness and its acquisition
- Interventions to improve fertility awareness, knowledge, and access to care
- Summary
- References
- Part II: Sexual dysfunctions and infertility
- Chapter 2. Emotional consequences of male infertility
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Specific conditions
- Some specific medical conditions
- Lifestyle issues
- Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 3. Female sexual function and fertility
- Abstract
- Highlights
- Case
- Introduction
- Psychological effects of infertility in women
- Psychological distress and female sexual function
- Infertility leading to female sexual dysfunction
- Female sexual function disorders leading to infertility
- Treatment outcomes
- Referral, consultation, and treatment
- Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 4. The impact of erectile dysfunction on infertility and its treatment
- Abstract
- Historical and anatomical overview of erectile dysfunction
- Infertility and its relationship with erectile dysfunction
- Causes of erectile dysfunction
- Treatment of erectile dysfunction: effects on infertility
- Treatment of infertility when erectile dysfunction is an issue
- Treat the underlying problem
- Move the sperm closer to the eggs via assisted reproductive techniques
- Sperm retrieval/ICSI (more for ejaculatory dysfunction)
- Conclusions
- References
- Chapter 5. Ejaculatory dysfunction and infertility
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Retrograde ejaculation and anejaculation
- Premature or rapid ejaculation
- Premature ejaculation and infertility
- Treatment for premature or rapid ejaculation
- The case of Joan and Maxwell
- Delayed ejaculation
- Etiological factors in delayed ejaculation
- Treatment of delayed ejaculation
- The case of Philip and Yolanda: lifelong, situational delayed ejaculation
- The case of Desmond and Mollie: acquired situational delayed ejaculation
- Conclusions
- References
- Chapter 6. Early menopause: diagnosis and management
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Etiologies of primary ovarian insufficiency
- Diagnosis of primary ovarian insufficiency and early menopause
- Comorbidities associated with early menopause
- Treatment of early menopause
- Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 7. Reproductive and sexual health concerns for cancer survivors
- Abstract
- Introduction
- The reproductive and sexual health consequences of cancer and cancer treatment
- Managing reproductive and sexual health concerns after cancer
- Special considerations
- Key points and recommendations
- References
- Part III: Additional considerations
- Chapter 8. Lesbians pursuing parenthood: pathways, challenges, and best practices
- Abstract
- Case example
- Introduction
- Historical context
- Decisions, decisions: preparing for pregnancy
- Pathways to parenthood
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Postpartum phase: benefits and challenges
- Legal considerations
- Policies, procedures, and practices to support lesbians pursuing parenthood
- Conclusion
- Key takeaways
- References
- Chapter 9. Gay men, as individuals and as a community, overcoming reproductive challenges to have children
- Abstract
- Article
- Progress in acceptance and law for gay men
- Emerging assisted reproductive technologies give gay men hope of a family
- The evolving landscape of fertility treatments for gay men
- The process of gestational surrogacy pregnancy in five steps
- Sexualizing the gestational-surrogacy process for gay men
- Broader societal implications of gay men having children
- References
- Chapter 10. Parenting in transgender and nonbinary individuals
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Demographics of transgender parenting
- Transgender parenting desires
- Healthcare barriers
- Barriers to parenting
- Impact of gender-affirming care on reproductive function
- Fertility preservation
- Fertility preservation options for transgender men
- Fertility preservation outcomes for transgender men
- Fertility preservation options for transgender women
- Fertility preservation outcomes for transgender women
- Fertility care
- Pregnancy
- Impact of parenting on children
- Impact of parenting on gender identity and quality of life
- Conclusions
- References
- Chapter 11. Trauma and its impact on reproduction and sexuality
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Trauma and the sexual relationship
- Psychological trauma theory
- Trauma and relationships
- Providing a foundation for growth
- Assessment
- Clinical considerations
- Conclusion and takeaways
- References
- Chapter 12. How the medicalization of reproduction takes the fun out of the process
- Abstract
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Background
- The impacts of infertility-related stress on sexuality
- Infertility-related stress on sexuality and pregnancy—treatment outcomes
- Consultation, referral, and treatment options
- Conclusion
- Key points
- References
- Chapter 13. Unintended infertility: labor markets, software workers, and fertility decision-making
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Defining unintended infertility
- Meeting with couples undergoing fertility assistance
- Workplace demands and relationship needs
- Marriage counselors who work with IT couples in Bangalore
- Emergent modes of reproduction
- Conclusions
- References
- Chapter 14. Traditional Chinese Medicine, infertility, and sexuality dysfunction
- Abstract
- The Three Treasures: Jing, Qi, and Shen
- TCM texts on gynecology, sexuality, and fertility
- Diagnosing according to Traditional Chinese Medicine
- The five elements, fertility, and sexuality
- The Eight Extraordinary vessels, fertility, and sexuality
- Modalities used in Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Eastern medicine: an alternative perspective on sexual dysfunction and fertility care
- Sex drive and reproduction in Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Case study: low sex drive and trauma
- Stress, fertility, sexuality, and Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Case: stress, infertility, and sexuality
- Male sexual problems and Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Female sexual issues
- Research on Traditional Chinese Medicine and female sexual pain
- Chinese medical theory and female sexual pain
- Lichen sclerosus and Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Traditional Chinese Medicine treatment plans for female problems
- Vaginal steaming
- Case study: vaginismus
- Conclusion
- References
- Addendum
- Chapter 15. Sex, religion, and infertility: the complications of G-d in the bedroom
- Abstract
- Historical overview of sex, religion, and assisted reproductive technology
- Assisted reproductive technology
- Judeo-Christian views on sexuality and sex
- Judeo-Christian views of homosexuality and status
- Judeo-Christian perspectives on infertility and assisted reproduction
- Infertility in the New Testament
- Navigating Christian infertility
- Infertility in the Qur’an
- Navigating Muslim infertility (Sunni Muslims)
- Navigating Muslim infertility (Shi’a Muslims)
- Implications and recommendations
- Toward the collaboration of religion with treatment
- Summary
- References
- Part IV: Looking forward
- Chapter 16. Thoughts on education, reproduction, and sexual function. Futures directions and obstacles
- Abstract
- A brief history of reproductive education
- The dangers of poor sex/reproductive education
- Sexual dysfunction, the forgotten education
- Future directions
- References
- Index
- Edition: 1
- Published: October 21, 2021
- Imprint: Elsevier
- No. of pages: 302
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN: 9780128222881
- eBook ISBN: 9780128232750
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Kim Bergman
Kim Bergman, PhD, is a licensed psychologist who writes, teaches, and speaks extensively on parenting by choice. She is an owner and senior partner at Growing Generations and created a comprehensive psychological screening, support, and monitoring process for Intended Parents, Surrogates and Donors. She is a member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, serving as the Outgoing Chair of the LGBTQ Special Interest Group; an incoming board member of the Mental Health Professional Group; the American Psychological Association; the Los Angeles County Psychological Association; the Lesbian and Gay Psychotherapy Association; and the Gay and Lesbian Medical Association. She is on the national Emeritus board of the Family Equality Council. Dr. Bergman is the author of Your Future Family: The Essential Guide to Assisted Reproduction (Conari Press 2019) and the upcoming children’s book, You Began as a Wish.
Affiliations and expertise
Senior Partner, Growing Generations, CA, USAWP
William D. Petok
William Petok, PhD, has been in full-time independent practice for over 30 years and he is a Clinical Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia.
He is a past Chair of the Mental Health Professional Group of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine and is a regular reviewer for Fertility and Sterility and other professional journals. Dr. Petok served for 10 years as a board member of Path 2 Parenthood, formerly the American Fertility Association, and as a member of the Executive Council of the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology for 9 years. He has chaired and served as faculty on multiple post-graduate courses that focus on sexuality and assisted reproductive technologies at the American Society for Reproductive Medicine’s annual meetings.
Affiliations and expertise
Clinical Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, USARead Psychological and Medical Perspectives on Fertility Care and Sexual Health on ScienceDirect