You may have heard varying statements about abortion’s impact on mental health. The National Institutes of Health states that women could experience mental health effects after an abortion higher than the rate of the general population. These effects can include depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. Depression can cause significant disturbances in your life, including:
You’ve just received a positive pregnancy test, and your mind is spinning. What do I do now? What are my options moving forward if I don’t want to parent? Now is the time to research options such as abortion and adoption and decide which one is right for you. For some women, this won’t be
When faced with an unplanned pregnancy, the natural first step is to consider your pregnancy options (parenting, adoption, and abortion) and which one is right for you and your child. Of these three, the two that are the most talked about in today’s society are abortion and parenting. Information about adoption and the adoption process
Talking to someone you love about their unexpected pregnancy is hard enough. But when she tells you she’s considering abortion, it can seem like there’s nothing you can say. However, there are many ways to talk to her in a loving way while being respectful of her opinions and beliefs. We discuss some different approaches