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    • Infertility Studies
    • Marital Health

    Background:

    • Infertility impacts a significant portion of married women in the US, with many seeking treatment.
    • Infertility and its treatments can negatively affect marital satisfaction, influenced by ethical considerations of reproductive technologies.
    • Natural Procreative Technology (NaProTECHNOLOGY) presents a morally acceptable alternative for infertility management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the marital satisfaction of couples utilizing NaProTECHNOLOGY for infertility diagnosis and treatment.
    • To explore the relationship between a specific infertility treatment approach and reported levels of marital satisfaction.

    Main Methods:

    • A quantitative, descriptive study design was employed.
    • Data collection involved demographic surveys and the Index of Marital Satisfaction.
    • Participants were couples undergoing infertility treatment via NaProTECHNOLOGY.

    Main Results:

    • Couples utilizing NaProTECHNOLOGY reported positive marital satisfaction.
    • The study found a correlation between the use of NaProTECHNOLOGY and reported marital satisfaction.

    Conclusions:

    • NaProTECHNOLOGY, utilizing the Creighton Model FertilityCare™ System, is associated with maintained or improved marital satisfaction.
    • This approach provides a viable and ethically acceptable option for couples facing infertility.
    • Further research can explore the long-term impact on marital dynamics and reproductive outcomes.