Perceptions of donor-conceived families
A survey study on the perspectives of teachers
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 13009441 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Astrid Indekeu (0000-0002-5994-8942, KU Leuven, corresponding author), Claudia Lampic (0000-0002-1739-4486, Karolinska Institutet) |
| Year | 2019 |
| Volume | 10 |
| Issue | 2 |
| Pages | 303-323 |
| Publication date | 2019-12-21 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | No |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Families Relationships and Societies (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2046-7435 • E-ISSN: 2046-7443 |
| Publisher | Policy Press (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1332/204674319x15717233029824 |
| OpenAlex | W2996269760 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
| References cited | 11 |
Research regarding donor-conceived families has mainly focused on processes within the family unit. Research on social factors affecting the family from outside is rare. Focusing on individuals’ difficulties without acknowledging external social factors is, however, misleading when the subjects studied belong to a stigmatised group. As openness about donor conception is increasingly encouraged, donor-conceived families will interact more with their social networks. Yet uncertainty around the societal perceptions of their family building, alongside fear of stigma, can make parents insecure about disclosure. This survey study assessed awareness, knowledge, attitudes and behaviour regarding donor-conceived families among 151 Belgian and 67 Swedish school teachers. Teachers had a basic awareness of donor-conceived families, yet limited understanding of the implications of donor conception for the families. While an open attitude towards donor-conceived families existed, the value of privacy affected interactions. Differences were observed in relation to the different forms of donor-conceived families. Implications for practice are discussed
Developmental psychology · Openness to experience · Perception · Stigma (botany · Unit (ring theory · Value (mathematics · Marriage and Sexual Relationships · Psychology · Reproductive Health and Technologies · Social Psychology
| Unique citing works | 1 |
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| Citations per year | 1 |
| Citation span | 2025 - 2025 (1) |
| Citation velocity | recent |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 1 |