Perspectives on surrogacy among nursing professionals: awareness, attitudes and ethical concerns

Kathyayani Bidadi Veerabhadrachari; Sai Yathin Reddy; Chandrakala B. M.; Cicily Antony; Jincy Francis; Mangala S. N.; Niangmuanching M.; Pavithra S. P.; Poreddi Vijayalakshmi

doi:10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20264061

Authors

Kathyayani Bidadi Veerabhadrachari College of Nursing, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, (Institute of National Importance), Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Sai Yathin Reddy Department of Medicine, The Oxford Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Bengaluru, India
Chandrakala B. M. College of Nursing, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, (Institute of National Importance), Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Cicily Antony College of Nursing, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, (Institute of National Importance), Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Jincy Francis College of Nursing, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, (Institute of National Importance), Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Mangala S. N. College of Nursing, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, (Institute of National Importance), Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Niangmuanching M. College of Nursing, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, (Institute of National Importance), Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Pavithra S. P. College of Nursing, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, (Institute of National Importance), Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Poreddi Vijayalakshmi College of Nursing, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, (Institute of National Importance), Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20264061

Keywords:

Surrogacy, Reproductive ethics, India, Nursing professionals, Attitudes, Awareness

Abstract

Background: Surrogacy is an important assisted reproductive option that raises ethical, legal, and social concerns. Nursing professionals play a key role in providing reproductive healthcare and counselling. Aim was to assess the awareness and attitudes of nursing professionals towards surrogacy and surrogate children.

Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 281 nursing professionals using convenience sampling. Data were collected through a self -reported questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive statistics.

Results: Most participants supported legalization of surrogacy (74.0%) and surrogacy for infertile heterosexual couples (76.2%). However, awareness regarding The Surrogacy (Regulation) Act was limited (29.5%). Less than half felt they had adequate knowledge regarding surrogacy care, though most expressed willingness to learn more. Attitudes towards surrogacy for same-sex couples and single individuals were less favourable.

Conclusions: The study revealed moderate awareness and varied attitudes towards surrogacy among nursing professionals, highlighting the need for education on surrogacy, reproductive ethics, and legal aspects.

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