The Effect of Positive Psychotherapy-Based Training on Stigma and Self-Efficacy in Women Receiving Infertility Treatment

Abstract

Background: Infertility has increased in recent years. Infertility can cause many mental problems. The place of psychoeducation based on positive psychotherapy (PPT) is important in coping with mental problems. Aims: The aim of this study is to determine the effect of PPT-based training on stigma and self-efficacy in women receiving infertility treatment. Methods: This experimental study with randomized control group was completed with 64 women receiving infertility treatment. While the women in the experimental group received an 8-session PPT-based training, no intervention was applied to those in the control group. Results: A statistically significant difference was observed ( p= .001) between the stigma and self-efficacy levels of the experimental group after the PPT-based training. Conclusions: It was found that the PPT-based training was effective in decreasing stigma level of the women who received infertility treatment and increasing their self-efficacy level.