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Induced abortion or miscarriage of a first pregnancy increases the risk of postpartum mental health problems by 10 to 35 percent, according to a new study of of over 1.9 million women. The risk of postpartum psychiatric care requiring hospitalization is increased by 83 percent.
Aug. 13, 2020 In 2016, Chief Justice Roberts voted to uphold a Texas law requiring abortionists to have hospital admitting privileges. But in 2020, he voted to reject an identical statute in Louisiana. Why? Because his 2016 opinion was overruled by the majority of the Supreme Court. Even though he still believes the majority erred […]
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 Rachel M. MacNair, Ph.D, August 15, 2008 Rachel MaNcair is the President of Division 48, Peace Psychology, of the American Psychological Association, and Director of Institute for Integrated Social Analysis, research arm of Consistent Life. Reprinted with permission. We have known for a long time that the word “choice” in the abortion debate doesn’t mean […]
The decision to have an abortion can be difficult. The potential risks and benefits of abortion should be carefully evaluated. These risks will vary widely between different people and in different circumstances. Unfortunately, as many as 62% of women thinking about abortion feel pressured by other people to undergo an abortion regardless of its risks. […]
