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Psychother Psychosom October 2021 PMID 33333526

Stress Management during the Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection Cycle May Slow Down First Embryo Cleavage and Accelerate Embryo Compaction: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial.

Georges Raad, Judy Tanios, Simone Kerbaj, Youmna Mourad, Fadi Fakih, Fatmeh Shamas, Joseph Azouri, Chadi Fakih

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Peak: 4 in Dec 2020
across 2 sources since Dec 2020

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Dec 2020 – Dec 2023

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The discussions highlight the biological connection between stress reduction and embryo development, with phrases like 'amazing idea' and references to clinical trials, reflecting genuine interest and some endorsement of the research's potential implications; however, the tone remains exploratory rather than definitive, emphasizing curiosity over firm conclusions.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts seem to acknowledge the study’s findings, with some expressing support or agreement with the idea that stress management influences embryo development.

InterestHigh interest

Discussions around the biological impacts of stress reduction and embryo development indicate a high level of curiosity and engagement from the audience.

EngagementModerate engagement

While some posts reference clinical trials and suggest improvements, most are brief, showing moderate engagement; a few provided ideas for future research or applications.

ImpactModerate impact

The collective tone suggests that the publication may influence approaches to fertility treatments and stress management, but the impact feels cautious and experimental.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigated the effects of stress management during an ICSI cycle on stress levels, mitochondrial DNA in granulosa cells, and embryo development, finding that stress reduction may slow initial embryo cleavage but speed up embryo compaction.
  • Couples participating in the stress management program showed significantly lower stress levels and mitochondrial DNA in granulosa cells compared to controls, indicating potential biological benefits.
  • Embryos from the stress management group displayed earlier development milestones, suggesting that stress reduction could positively influence embryo quality and development timing, though further research is needed to confirm these findings.
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Dr. Georges Raad
@Dr_Georges_Raad · X

A video abstract from our clinical trial published in @PsychotherPsych journal. Psychother Psychosom (DOI:10.1159/000512530) #mentalhealth #fertility #timelapse #embryology #patients #Trending #Viral #ViralVideo #ViralVideos https://t.co/8Rc9GOBRgC

Dec 20, 2020 · 3 likes · 1 share · 479 followers View post →
Dr. Georges Raad
@Dr_Georges_Raad · X

6/ References (2/2): https://t.co/3QtgceykI5 @PsychotherPsych @MagdaMuehlemann @JudyTanios

Aug 13, 2021 · 1 like · 479 followers View post →
Dr. Georges Raad
@Dr_Georges_Raad · X

Reference: https://t.co/Nk0T9toFBu #bulgaria #webinar #psychotherapy #embryology #SCORA #LeMSIC #AMSB #medical #medicalstudent #impactfactor #sciencechallenge International Federation of Medical Students' Associations

Sep 25, 2022 · 1 like · 479 followers View post →
Dr. Georges Raad
@Dr_Georges_Raad · X

@RitaVassena amazing idea! This is my suggestion https://t.co/Nk0T9toFBu

Jan 12, 2021 · 1 like · 479 followers View post →
Dr. Georges Raad
@Dr_Georges_Raad · X

@maclaudiaa Psychological stress, sometimes overlooked, may affect the quality of oocytes.#ESHREjc https://t.co/93RTGt5whG https://t.co/3QtgceykI5

Dec 16, 2023 · 479 followers View post →
Dr. Georges Raad
@Dr_Georges_Raad · X

Reference: https://t.co/3QtgceykI5 @PsychotherPsych

May 30, 2022 · 479 followers View post →

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Dr. Georges Raad
@Dr_Georges_Raad · X

@maclaudiaa Psychological stress, sometimes overlooked, may affect the quality of oocytes.#ESHREjc https://t.co/93RTGt5whG https://t.co/3QtgceykI5

Dec 16, 2023 · 479 followers View post →
Dr. Georges Raad
@Dr_Georges_Raad · X

Reference: https://t.co/Nk0T9toFBu #bulgaria #webinar #psychotherapy #embryology #SCORA #LeMSIC #AMSB #medical #medicalstudent #impactfactor #sciencechallenge International Federation of Medical Students' Associations

Sep 25, 2022 · 1 like · 479 followers View post →
Dr. Georges Raad
@Dr_Georges_Raad · X

Reference: https://t.co/3QtgceykI5 @PsychotherPsych

May 30, 2022 · 479 followers View post →
Dr. Georges Raad
@Dr_Georges_Raad · X

6/ References (2/2): https://t.co/3QtgceykI5 @PsychotherPsych @MagdaMuehlemann @JudyTanios

Aug 13, 2021 · 1 like · 479 followers View post →
Dr. Georges Raad
@Dr_Georges_Raad · X

@RitaVassena amazing idea! This is my suggestion https://t.co/Nk0T9toFBu

Jan 12, 2021 · 1 like · 479 followers View post →
Keira Hutchinson
@KeiraHutchins15 · X

RT @gr__007: A video abstract from our clinical trial published in @PsychotherPsych journal. Psychother Psychosom (DOI:10.1159/000512530)…

Dec 22, 2020 · 1 share · 84 followers View post →
Dr. Georges Raad
@Dr_Georges_Raad · X

A video abstract from our clinical trial published in @PsychotherPsych journal. Psychother Psychosom (DOI:10.1159/000512530) #mentalhealth #fertility #timelapse #embryology #patients #Trending #Viral #ViralVideo #ViralVideos https://t.co/8Rc9GOBRgC

Dec 20, 2020 · 3 likes · 1 share · 479 followers View post →