Note:
If you are experiencing immediate physical problems after an abortion such as
pain,
bleeding, fever or nausea, call your doctor now or go to an emergency room.
Abortion
May Increase the Risk of Emotional Problems
Following
an abortion, many women and men experience initial relief. The perceived crisis is over and
life returns to normal. For many,
however, the crisis is not really over and significant problems can
develop. Sometimes this occurs within
days and sometimes it happens after many years. This psychological response is
known as Post-Abortion Stress (PAS).
Several
factors that increase the risk of PAS include: the woman or man's age, the
abortion circumstances, the stage of pregnancy at which the abortion occurs,
and religious beliefs.
Women
and men who have experienced abortion may develop the following symptoms:
If you
or someone you know is experiencing these symptoms, our pregnancy center offers
confidential, compassionate support groups designed to help women and men work
through these feelings. You are not
alone.
If you
wish to begin the healing process from a past abortion or abortions, abortion
recovery counseling is available, free of charge. We offer individual or group
counseling. Deciding to seek help may be one of the toughest decisions you have
to make, but it may be one of the best.
To talk
to someone about issues from a past abortion, please call us.
All
calls are confidential.