What Are the Mental Health Effects of Abortion?
Every woman responds differently to abortion. However, according to a study looking into the link between abortion and adverse mental health outcomes, it’s clear that “at least some women do have significant mental health issues that are caused, triggered, aggravated, or complicated by their abortion experience.”
This is why it’s critical to learn all you can about abortion to determine if it’s right for you.
This article will highlight the essentials you need to know about the mental health effects of abortion. However, if you want to speak with someone in person about abortion and your other pregnancy options, contact First Choice Pregnancy Services today to connect with one of our caring team members.
Mental Health Risks of Abortion
While some women feel immediate relief after an abortion, other women face mental health challenges days, weeks, or even years later. This is especially true if you feel at all pressured into having an abortion, had pre-existing mental health conditions before the abortion, or your moral beliefs don’t align with abortion.
According to another study, almost 75% of women who had an abortion felt at least subtly pressured into making the decision. Many of these women suffered psychological effects afterward, including “depression (14.4%), guilt (14%), shame, regret, self-hatred, feelings of worthlessness, feelings of being unworthy of love, drug or alcohol addiction (9%), low self-esteem, anxiety, and thoughts or attempts of suicide (6.2%).”
How Can I Minimize the Mental Health Risks of Abortion?
The best way to protect your mental health is to make sure that you understand all you can about abortion and think through how you might feel if you choose this option.
Some things to consider include:
- How might I feel if I choose abortion?
- How might I feel if I don’t choose abortion?
- What are my biggest concerns when it comes to abortion?
- Are any other pregnancy options feasible in my life? Why or why not?
- What questions do I still have about abortion?
As you work through these questions, talking with someone about your concerns can help. At First Choice Pregnancy Services, we provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can ask questions and learn medically accurate information.
Contact us today to schedule your free, confidential appointment. You’re not alone in this process. We’re here for you.
Abortion Pill Reversal
If you have changed your mind after beginning a medical abortion, it may not be too late to save your pregnancy. The abortion pill is a two-step process, and there is a possibility of reversing the effects after step one. Learn about abortion pill reversal and act quickly!
Pregnancy Testing
Even if you have taken a home pregnancy test, be confident with the results. Get a second opinion with a high-sensitivity test from us. Let our medical team accurately administer one of our lab-quality pregnancy tests so you get the correct answer you need.
Pre-Abortion Screening
You may not need an abortion. Approximately 1 in 4 pregnancies end naturally because of miscarriage. Ultrasound exists to alert you to a miscarriage or a dangerous ectopic pregnancy. Both require a visit to a healthcare provider not an abortion provider. Contact us to schedule your free pre-abortion screening.
Ultrasounds
After a positive pregnancy test result, your next step is a free diagnostic ultrasound. An ultrasound exam can confirm viability and determine how far along you are in your pregnancy. You need to know both if you are choosing abortion. Make us your First Choice.
Abortion Pill Reversal
If you have changed your mind after beginning a medical abortion, it may not be too late to save your pregnancy. The abortion pill is a two-step process, and there is a possibility of reversing the effects after step one. Learn about abortion pill reversal and act quickly!
Pregnancy Testing
Even if you have taken a home pregnancy test, be confident with the results. Get a second opinion with a high-sensitivity test from us. Let our medical team accurately administer one of our lab-quality pregnancy tests so you get the correct answer you need.
Pre-Abortion Screening
You may not need an abortion. Approximately 1 in 4 pregnancies end naturally because of miscarriage. Ultrasound exists to alert you to a miscarriage or a dangerous ectopic pregnancy. Both require a visit to a healthcare provider not an abortion provider. Contact us to schedule your free pre-abortion screening.
Ultrasounds
After a positive pregnancy test result, your next step is a free diagnostic ultrasound. An ultrasound exam can confirm viability and determine how far along you are in your pregnancy. You need to know both if you are choosing abortion. Make us your First Choice.
