Table 2 Main and subcategories
From: Psycho-social experience of oocyte recipient women: a qualitative study
Main categories | Subcategories |
|---|---|
Distressing psychologic symptoms | Self-esteem destruction Anxiety and stress Depression Spiritual discouragement |
Social stigmatization | Concerns about disclosure Judgment of others Contrast with religious teachings |
Negative coping mechanisms | Aggression Denial |