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Navigating rough waters: an overview of psychological aspects of surrogacy
Janice C Ciccarelli1, Linda J Beckman
1250 W. 1st Street, Suite 314, Claremont, CA 91711, USA. DOCCHICK@msn.com
Abstract:
This article provides an overview of the social and psychological aspects surrounding the surrogacy process including attitudes about surrogacy, perceptions and problems of surrogate mothers and intended/social parents, and questions concerning children resulting from contractual parenting. Review of the literature on contractual parenting reveals a wealth of discussion about the ethical, moral, legal, and psychological implications, but limited empirical data on the psychological and social aspects. Future research can provide empirical evidence as a foundation for counseling at all phases of the surrogacy process.
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