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Donor insemination in Israel: sociodemographic aspects
Y S Carmeli1, D B Carmeli, Matilsky YSM
1Department of Sociology and Anthropology, University of Haifa, Israel.
Journal of Biosocial Science
|April 4, 2001
Summary
Donor insemination in Israel serves diverse Jewish populations. Married recipients are younger, less educated, and more religious than single recipients, with varied ethnic representation.
Area of Science:
- Sociology
- Reproductive Medicine
- Demography
Background:
- Donor insemination is a significant aspect of assisted reproductive technologies.
- Understanding the sociodemographic characteristics of recipients is crucial for equitable access and service provision.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the sociodemographic profile of individuals utilizing donor insemination in Israel.
- To identify variations in recipient characteristics across different demographic groups.
Main Methods:
- Sociodemographic data analysis of donor insemination recipients in Israel.
- Comparative analysis of married versus single recipients.
- Examination of ethnic and religious variations within the recipient population.
Main Results:
- Donor insemination recipients in Israel are predominantly Jewish, with very few Arab recipients.
- Married Jewish recipients tend to be younger, less educated, and more religious than single recipients.
- Ethnic distribution varies: Orientals are more prevalent among married recipients and under-represented among single recipients.
Conclusions:
- Donor insemination in Israel appears accessible across various segments of Jewish society.
- Sociodemographic factors influence the profile of donor insemination recipients.
- Further research may explore reasons for ethnic and religious variations in uptake.