Understanding Parents’ Perceptions on Utilizing Third-Party Assistance for Family Formation: A Systematic Review

Jutharat Attawet, Sara Shishehgar, Ethar Alsharaydeh, Farida Hosseini, Sara Parsafar

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Abstract

Background: The contemporary trend of integrating third-party assistance into family formation has gained prominence. Existing research predominantly delves into the dynamics of parent-child and parent-parent relationships within these non-traditional family structures. However, there is a dearth of exploration into parents' perspectives regarding the use of third-party assistance in family formation. Aim: This systematic review aims to fill this gap by comprehensively examining parents' perceptions when utilising third-party methods including surrogacy, donors and adoption to form their families. Methods: Searches of electronic databases, including Medline (EBSCO), CINAHL (EBSCO), Scopus, Web of Science and Soci Index (EBSCO), were conducted in July 2023. Studies included English, peer-reviewed, with no restrictions on where a study was conducted or published. Studies that are experts’ opinions or perspectives, articles that are related to contract, ethics, and laws, articles that are not related to parents receiving or having the child through the third-party, were excluded. The search yielded a total of 1291 articles, and after thorough screening and evaluation, thirteen articles were deemed suitable for inclusion in this systematic review. Results: Three key themes emerged from the analysis: parents' perspectives on third-party involvement, the decision-making journey, and expectations related to bonding relationships. The review provides insights into the shifting societal attitudes toward diverse family models and the emotional complexities parents navigate when utilizing third-party assistance. It emphasizes the crucial role of support for both intended and existing parents, highlighting the need for resilience in addressing societal challenges associated with third-party family formation. Conclusion: This review calls upon healthcare professionals and policymakers to develop inclusive and supportive parenting models. It recommends encouraging the engagement of non-biological parents in support groups and educational activities to strengthen parental coping mechanisms in the context of third-party family formation.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationBook of Abstracts: The 10th International Conference on Public Health 2024 (ICOPH 2024): Virtual Version, 15th – 16th August 2024, Bangkok, Thailand
Place of PublicationSri Lanka
PublisherThe International Institute of Knowledge Management
Pages7-7
Number of pages1
Publication statusPublished - 2024
EventInternational Conference on Public Health - Bangkok, Thailand
Duration: 15 Aug 202416 Aug 2024
Conference number: 10th

Conference

ConferenceInternational Conference on Public Health
Abbreviated titleICOPH
Country/TerritoryThailand
CityBangkok
Period15/08/2416/08/24

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