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Contemporary Changes in Medically Assisted Reproduction: The Role of Social Inequality and Social Norms

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  • Anne-Kristin Kuhnt

    (University of Rostock, Germany)

  • Jörg Rössel

    (University of Zurich, Switzerland)

  • Heike Trappe

    (University of Zurich, Switzerland)

Abstract

This editorial introduces the thematic issue on current developments in medically assisted reproduction (MAR), focusing on how social inequality and social norms influence access, attitudes, and experiences. The contributions in this issue examine the social stratification of reproductive opportunities across different groups and countries, explore the normative and legal frameworks that govern MAR, and consider how evolving family structures challenge existing reproductive policies. The issue also highlights significant data limitations in current research—especially the absence of key variables, such as income or migration status, and internationally comparable data—which hinder efforts to achieve more equitable access to reproductive healthcare. Overall, the contributions advocate for interdisciplinary approaches and better data systems to deepen our understanding of these issues and address reproductive exclusion in modern societies.

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  • Anne-Kristin Kuhnt & Jörg Rössel & Heike Trappe, 2025. "Contemporary Changes in Medically Assisted Reproduction: The Role of Social Inequality and Social Norms," Social Inclusion, Cogitatio Press, vol. 13.
    • Handle: RePEc:cog:socinc:v13:y:2025:a:11540
    DOI: 10.17645/si.11540
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    1. Maila Mertens & Jörg Rössel & Nadja Colombini, 2025. "Between Ambition and Uncertainty: What Drives Young Women to Consider Social Freezing?," Social Inclusion, Cogitatio Press, vol. 13.
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    1. Daniele Vignoli & Valentina Tocchioni & Ester Lazzari & Marco Cozzani, 2026. "Polarization and Flexibility in Attitudes Toward Assisted Reproduction: A Vignette Study," Econometrics Working Papers Archive 2026_02, Universita' degli Studi di Firenze, Dipartimento di Statistica, Informatica, Applicazioni "G. Parenti".

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