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2220-3206 (online) |
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Baishideng Publishing Group Inc, 7041 Koll Center Parkway, Suite 160, Pleasanton, CA 94566, USA |
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Psychology, Social |
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Clinical Trials Study |
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Efficacy evaluation of an affectionate touch-based psychological intervention program for in vitro fertilization-embryo transfer patients: A controlled trial
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Unsolicited Manuscript |
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Wen-Feng Zeng, Qing Zhang, Xiao-Ran Wang, Zhang-Yang Xu, Chen-Wei Huang, Qin-Qin Zhang, Hong-Li Yan and Yun-Xia Wang |
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| Corresponding Author |
Yun-Xia Wang, Department of Nautical Psychology, Faculty of Psychology, Naval Medical University, No. 800 Xiangyin Road, Yangpu District, Shanghai 200433, China. cloudywang66@163.com |
| Key Words |
Affectionate touch; In vitro fertilization-embryo transfer; Stress buffering effect; Marital relationship; Anxiety; Depression |
| Core Tip |
This study aimed to examine the efficacy of a culturally adapted, affectionate touch-based psychological program for couples undergoing IVF-ET in Shanghai, China. These results underscore the potential of affectionate touch as a low-cost, accessible adjunct to routine IVF-ET care, addressing both psychological and physiological challenges faced by infertile couples. The intervention aligns with neurobiological and stress-buffering mechanisms, suggesting its role in mitigating treatment-related stress and fostering relational resilience. |
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2026-03-30 08:58 |
| Citation |
Zeng WF, Zhang Q, Wang XR, Xu ZY, Huang CW, Zhang QQ, Yan HL, Wang YX. Efficacy evaluation of an affectionate touch-based psychological intervention program for in vitro fertilization-embryo transfer patients: A controlled trial. World J Psychiatry 2026; 16(4): 115400 |
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https://www.wjgnet.com/2220-3206/full/v16/i4/115400.htm |
| DOI |
https://dx.doi.org/10.5498/wjp.v16.i4.115400 |
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