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Personality characteristics analysis in couples undergoing artificial insemination

J Rojo Moreno1, C Valdemoro Garcia, M L Garcia Merita

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, University of Valencia, Spain.

Human Reproduction (Oxford, England)
|January 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

This study analyzed personality differences in couples undergoing artificial insemination. Women exhibited greater group conformity, emotional discipline, and boldness, while men showed more radical traits.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Reproductive Medicine

Background:

  • Artificial insemination involves complex emotional and psychological considerations for couples.
  • Understanding personality traits can offer insights into couple dynamics during fertility treatments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate and compare the personality characteristics of males and females within couples seeking artificial insemination.
  • To identify potential psychological differences that may influence the experience of fertility treatments.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized Cattell's 16 PF (form C) questionnaire for personality assessment.
  • Employed the Eysenck Personality Inventory (EPI) for further personality evaluation.
  • Analyzed data from 40 couples undergoing an artificial insemination scheme.

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Main Results:

  • Identified statistically significant personality differences between men and women.
  • Women demonstrated higher group conformity, boldness, and emotional discipline.
  • Men displayed more radical personality tendencies compared to women.

Conclusions:

  • Personality traits vary between genders in couples pursuing artificial insemination.
  • These findings may inform psychological support strategies for individuals undergoing fertility treatments.