When treatment appears futile: The role of the mental health professional and end-of-treatment counseling

Susan C. Klock

doi:10.1016/j.fertnstert.2015.05.008

When treatment appears futile: The role of the mental health professional and end-of-treatment counseling

Susan C. Klock^*

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Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Abstract

The end of treatment, whether initiated by the medical team or by the patient, represents a difficult transition for the patient. The mental health professional, as part of a multidisciplinary team, can offer important assistance and support to the patient as they move through the end of their infertility treatment. A description of the topics covered in exit counseling is provided, as well as indications for referral.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	267-270
Number of pages	4
Journal	Fertility and Sterility
Volume	104
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fertnstert.2015.05.008
State	Published - Aug 1 2015

Keywords

Psychology
counseling
ending treatment

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Reproductive Medicine
Obstetrics and Gynecology

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