Features of dynamics of identity in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome and their socio-demographic determinants
https://doi.org/10.29413/ABS.2022-7.3.23
Abstract
With a significant prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), the question of its impact on the identity of women, the specifics of such identity, as well as its dynamics remain debatable.
The aim. To study the features of identity dynamics in women with PCOS and the socio-demographic factors that determine these features.
Research methods. A retrospective cohort study was conducted using the SEI-test methods and the Russian language versions of the Life Line, Twenty Statements Test methods on a sample of 110 women of reproductive age (58 women with PCOS, 52 women without PCOS; two surveys during the year).
Results. Had been shown that women diagnosed with PCOS show fewer signs of an identity crisis than women without such diagnosis, but their identity is more variable. Such women are less likely to characterize themselves with the help of concepts related to gender and family spheres in favor of personality traits. An analysis of the influence of socio-demographic factors showed that their identity determines a greater number of external factors than in women without PCOS. The ego-identity of such women depends on marital status and place of residence.
Conclusion. The identity of women diagnosed with PCOS is more variable, but shows fewer signs of a crisis. It seems necessary to take into account the presence or absence of children when planning further research. The results obtained can be used in the consultation of women with PCOS.
About the Authors
M. Yu. Kuzmin
Scientific Сentre for Family Health and Human Reproduction Problems
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Cand. Sc. (Psychol.), Docent, Acting Research Officer at the Laboratory of Socially Significant Problems of Reproductive Medicine
Timiryazeva str. 16, Irkutsk 664003, Russian Federation
A. Yu. Marianian
Scientific Сentre for Family Health and Human Reproduction Problems
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Dr. Sc. (Med.), Docent, Head of the Laboratory of Socially Significant Problems of Reproductive Medicine
Timiryazeva str. 16, Irkutsk 664003, Russian Federation
L. V. Suturina
Scientific Сentre for Family Health and Human Reproduction Problems
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Dr. Sc. (Med.) Professor, Head of the Department of Reproductive Health Protection
Timiryazeva str. 16, Irkutsk 664003, Russian Federation
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Kuzmin M.Yu., Marianian A.Yu., Suturina L.V. Features of dynamics of identity in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome and their socio-demographic determinants. Acta Biomedica Scientifica. 2022;7(3):229-241. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.29413/ABS.2022-7.3.23
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