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Dr. Angela K. Lawson, Ph.D.

Angela K. Lawson, PhD, is a former Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Psychiatry at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine. She is a clinical and forensic psychologist specializing in reproductive health, healthcare professionals’ well-being, and sexual and other traumas. She recently started a private practice where she provides consultation and psychotherapy related to infertility and other reproductive and mental health concerns and conducts forensic psychology evaluations. She also conducts research on the psychological aspects of infertility and trauma and lectures nationally and internationally on these topics. Dr. Lawson served as a past Chair of the Executive Committee for the Mental Health Professional Group of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) and a past Chair of the LGBTQ Special Interest Group at ASRM. She currently chairs ASRM's Global Health Committee and the Mental Health track at the annual Midwest Reproductive Symposium international meeting.

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Dr. Angela K. Lawson, Ph.D.

Can Stress Cause Infertility?

Can stress harm one’s chances of conceiving a baby? Learn what the research actually says about stress and infertility. 

 

When someone discloses that they are struggling with fertility, well-meaning friends, family members, and even health care providers, may offer the advice to “just relax and it’ll happen.”  While this may be well-intentioned, it can add to the stress already felt by a person experiencing fertility challenges. It is well-documented that experiencing difficulties when trying to conceive can increase feelings of stress, as well as symptoms of depression and anxiety.i

Can Stress Cause Infertility?

Can stress harm one’s chances of conceiving a baby? Learn what the research actually says about stress and infertility. 

 

When someone discloses that they are struggling with fertility, well-meaning friends, family members, and even health care providers, may offer the advice to “just relax and it’ll happen.”  While this may be well-intentioned, it can add to the stress already felt by a person experiencing fertility challenges. It is well-documented that experiencing difficulties when trying to conceive can increase feelings of stress, as well as symptoms of depression and anxiety.i

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