ISE item

Mean score (range 1 - 9) (before)

Ignore or push away unpleasant thoughts that can upset me during medical procedures

6.34 (2.60)

Keep a sense of humor

6.43 (2.56)

Make meaning out of my infertility experience

7.22 (2.58)

Handle mood swings caused by hormonal treatments

5.88 (2.52)

Keep from getting discouraged when nothing I do seems to make a difference

5.00 (3.08)

Accept that my best efforts may not change my/our infertility

4.90 (3.41)

Control negative feelings about infertility

6.69 (2.54)

Cope with pregnant friends and family members

7.32 (2.35)

Handle personal feelings of anger or hostility

7.18 (2.03)

Keep a positive attitude

7.34 (2.07)

Lessen feelings of self-blame, shame, or defectiveness

6.76 (2.36)

Stay relaxed while waiting for appointments or test results

5/00 (3.10)

Do something to make myself feel better if I am sad or discouraged

6.85 (2.44)

Feel good about my body and myself

6.26 (2.66)

Keep active with my usual life routine

6.82 (2.41)

Feel like a sexual individual

6.15 (2.72)

Total ISE

6.18 (1.39)