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Artificial Insemination
Assisted Reproductive Technology Legislation and Regulation
Author_Janice Arenofsky
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Causes of Infertility
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Fertility Centers
Financial Cost of Infertility Treatments
In Vitro Fertilization
Options for LGBT Couples
Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis
Reproductive Tourism
Science
Product details
- ISBN 9781440858857
- Weight: 482g
- Dimensions: 156 x 235mm
- Publication Date: 21 Jun 2018
- Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
- Publication City/Country: US
- Product Form: Hardback
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Infertility affects about five million individuals of childbearing age in the United States, yet infertility is a subject about which many people are reluctant to talk. This book discusses extensively many options available to individuals struggling with infertility.
Infertility can result from a number of causes and affects men and women in equal numbers. Difficulty conceiving can take a heavy toll on couples both physically and psychologically and can lead to depression and marital discord. There are, however, many options available to those struggling with infertility for having a child. These include innovative medical procedures and powerful drugs as well as a variety of alternative treatment approaches, surrogacy, and adoption.
A part of Greenwood's Health and Medical Issues Today series, this book provides an overview of these options and examines the many health, financial, and ethical decisions of each that must be considered when choosing one. Part I explores what causes infertility and the history and evolution of its treatment and then examines the options available today, detailing how they work, their success rates, and their risks. Additionally, it addresses controversial topics such as the legislation of assisted reproductive technologies and the regulation of fertility clinics. Part II delves into the many scientific, economic, and ethical debates that surround infertility treatment, presenting a clear and objective analysis of the issues. Part III provides a variety of useful supplementary materials, including case studies, a timeline of critical events, a glossary, and a directory of resources.
Janice Arenofsky, MLS, is a professional writer who has authored several books for ABC-CLIO/Greenwood.
