The social context for surrogates' motivations and satisfaction
1Department of Sociology, University of California, Los Angeles, CA, USA.
Reproductive Biomedicine Online
|August 18, 2014
Summary
Surrogates
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Medicine
- Sociology of Health
- Psychology
Background:
- Previous qualitative research on surrogacy has explored surrogate motivations and post-surrogacy contact.
- Understanding surrogate experiences is crucial for ethical and effective assisted reproductive technologies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze and contextualize the findings of Imrie and Jadva's study on surrogate satisfaction and motivations.
- To explore the influence of social meanings and collective behaviors on surrogate experiences.
Main Methods:
- Commentary and analysis of existing qualitative research findings.
- Application of sociological theory, specifically Howard Becker's concepts.
Main Results:
- Surrogates' satisfaction with post-surrogacy contact aligns with previous qualitative studies.
- Surrogate motivations and satisfaction are shaped by social meanings and collective actions, not solely individual psychology.
Conclusions:
- The psychological makeup of surrogates does not solely explain their satisfaction or motivations.
- Social definitions and collective behaviors play a central role in shaping surrogate experiences and feelings.
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