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By Brent Rooney, MSc “When Emily was ten months old, her doctor told us he thought we should have Emily evaluated for ‘possible mild cerebral palsy,’” said Sandra. “I suddenly found myself at the beginning of a whole new emotional roller-coaster ride. My jaw dropped, my face felt immediately on fire, my eyes filled with […]
Teens face a higher risk of suffering abortion related complications. This is true of both physical and emotional risks, including immediate, short-term and long-term complications. Below is a listing of the findings of relevant medical studies for adolescents: Teens are 6 times more likely to attempt suicide if they have had an abortion in the last […]
By Amy R. Sobie and David C. Reardon, Ph.D. About 20 percent of all abortions taking place in the U.S. today are performed on teens.(1) Teenage abortion has been linked to a number of physical and psychological problems, including drug and alcohol abuse,(2) suicide attempts and suicidal ideation,(3) and other self-destructive behaviors. Compared to women […]
Volume 8, Number 1, January-March 2000 Download Issue (pdf format) Contents: Who’s Making the Choice? Women’s Heightened Vulnerability During a Crisis Pregnancy How and why women are manipulated into unwanted abortions. A Generation at Risk: How Teens Are Manipulated Into Abortion At look at how and why teens are especially vulnerable to coercion. The Many […]
