MRSi 2025: Lights, Camera, Action - The Stars of ART
Expert Lecture Series: A Debate about the Presence of Elective Gestational Surrogacy on the Red Carpet CME/CE APA
| Date | Thursday, June 5, 2025 |
| Time | 11:00am - 11:45am CST |
| Location | Superior |
Summary
This presentation explores the psychological, ethical, and clinical dimensions of elective gestational surrogacy, weighing its potential benefits and challenges from a reproductive mental health perspective. It considers whether and how mental health professionals should support or critique the practice based on evidence, client well-being, and professional ethics.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the psychological motivations and outcomes for individuals and couples choosing elective gestational surrogacy
- Examine the potential emotional and relational impacts on intended parents, surrogates, and children
- Evaluate ethical considerations relevant to mental health professionals when working with clients pursuing elective surrogacy
- Formulate a reasoned position on the role of mental health professionals in supporting or critiquing elective gestational surrogacy
Angela Lawson, PhD
Silvia Fox, PsyD