Globally, most previous studies revealed low quality of life (QoL) in individuals with infertility which is seriously worsened in females, and in individuals with lower educational status, younger age, and idiopathic cause of infertility. This study aimed to objectively review the Neuman Systems Model (NSM) and QoL in individuals with infertility. Current literatures from different databases including Scopus, Web of Science, JSTOR, MEDLINE, PubMed, EMBASE, CINAHL, Google Scholar, etc. on the topic were searched online and reviewed. This objective review centered on the physical health, psychological health, social health, and environmental health of individuals with infertility. The Neuman Systems Model revealed that individuals (clients) are exposed to different stressors. Clients have flexible lines of defense, normal lines of defense, lines of resistance, and a basic structure (central core) – all of which serve to protect the individual (client) from stressors e.g. infertility. Healthcare providers should create more awareness on infertility at the local community levels. This will help correct cultures, and beliefs that stigmatize individuals with infertility. In addition, men with infertility should be encouraged to attend fertility clinics.

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