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Emotional-Impact of Abortion |
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HOW DO I KNOW IF I NEED HEALING?
Some women have found that months or even years later, they experience unpleasant feelings about their abortion(s). You are not alone. Thousands of women experience many of the following symptoms, but you don't have to suffer anymore. There is hope.
At the abortion clinic before your abortion, were you counseled on the following?
| Physical risks of abortion | Yes | No |
| Psychological risks of abortion | Yes | No |
| Stages of baby's development | Yes | No |
Do you find yourself experiencing any of the following?
- Sense of loss or mourning
- Depression
- Regret or remorse
- Loss of interest in sex
- Anger, rage at self
- Guilt
- Suicidal thoughts
- Nightmares
- Lower self-esteem
- Strained family relationships
- Inability to forgive self
- Over-interest in babies
- Difficulty being intimate
- Preoccupation with due date
- Desire to end relationship
- Desire to replace aborted baby with a new pregnancy
- Emotional numbness
- Anger at those connected with abortion
- Avoid situations with pregnant women and/or babies
If you are experiencing any of these, you are not alone. You are possible experiencing post abortion syndrome. If you wish to begin the healing process from a past abortion, post abortion counseling is available free of charge for you.
For the Center nearest you, call 1-800-395-HELP and ask if they offer post abortion counseling.
You don't have to suffer anymore. Healing and restoration are available. Call the number listed above to being your journey to emotional freedom.
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