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Self-reported effects of infertility on psychological well-being of individuals
| Statement | Frequency | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Psychological trauma due to infertility | ||
| Yes | 98 | 87.5 |
| No | 14 | 12.5 |
| Expression of psychological trauma (n = 98) | ||
| Crying for days without eating | 40 | 40.8 |
| Blaming one-self for being infertile | 44 | 44.9 |
| Quarrelling with people over the least provocation | 14 | 14.3 |
| Contemplation of suicide | ||
| Yes | 13 | 11.6 |
| No | 99 | 88.4 |
Source: Field work, 2014
