Male depression reduces the chances of conception

Male depression reduces the chances of conception . A study by the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development Kennedy Shriver of the United States, examining data from couples treated for infertility, showed that male depression is badociated with many more pregnancy rates [19659002] A cause of infertility

Previous research has shown that among women seeking fertility treatments about 40% show symptoms of depression. While another has shown that among men performing in vitro fertilization treatments, nearly half have experienced this problem. American researchers have found that between couples in which the man suffers from major depression, the conception and birth of the baby are 60% lower than those of couples in which he is in good health.

A growing disease

Depression considered the most common psychiatric disorder, is a growing disease: according to the World Health Organization, from 2020 it will be the second pathology terms of prevalence after cardiovascular diseases. In addition to hindering conception, it is the leading cause of disability in the world and accounts for 7.5% of global disability according to 2015 data.

People who are sick at risk

In Europe, more than 40 million people suffer from depression – one in 25 – and around 322 million are affected worldwide. Although it mainly affects women, as postpartum male depression is also increasing. People with physical illnesses are 3 to 6 times more vulnerable, with longer periods of illness, less successful treatment, and higher economic costs.

Global Threat

Depression is the leading cause of nearly 800,000 suicide deaths worldwide each year. About 750 billion euros are lost worldwide each year. According to the WHO, it is a threat to global health still underestimated by doctors and patients. Unfortunately, up to 90% of patients do not receive adequate treatment and 50% do not receive it at all.