Placing the blame solely on women, produces a lack of accountability for partners and a failure to address the systemic issues that may contribute to fertility challenges. Infertility issues are rooted in deep-seated patriarchal attitudes and gender stereotypes. In many cultures, women are seen as solely responsible for bearing children, and their worth is often tied to their ability to conceive. When a couple faces infertility, the woman is frequently scapegoated, even though infertility is equally caused by male factors in about one-third of cases. This stigma against infertile women can lead to severe psychological and social consequences, including domestic abuse, forced polygamy, and social ostracization. It also contributes to an unequal burden of infertility treatment, with women undergoing more invasive and painful procedures than men.
The problems associated with this ubiquitous assertion can be rectified by addressing it with educating the public about the equal role of men and women in infertility. Dispelling the myth that infertility is solely a women's problem. Encourage men to be more involved in infertility testing and treatment, and provide them with better support and resources.
Promote gender equality and challenge patriarchal norms that place the burden of childbearing solely on women. Ensure that infertility treatment and counseling services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of both men and women.
In addition, recognizing that infertility is a medical condition that can affect anyone, regardless of gender, therefore shifting focus away from placing blame solely on women. This can hopefully create a more supportive environment where individuals feel empowered to seek help and support without fear of judgment.
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9869765/