What are the potential emotional and psychological sides effects following an abortion?
The following is a list of emotional and psychological side effects that may be experienced following an abortion. The intensity or duration of these effects will vary from person to person. Here is a list of potential side effects that may be of concern to you: • Regret • Anger • Guilty feelings • Shame • Loneliness or isolation • Impaired self confidence • Insomnia or nightmares • Relationship issues • Suicidal thoughts and feelings • Eating disorders • Depression • Anxiety Are there individuals who are more prone to experience emotional or psychological problems? It is possible for anyone to experience an emotional or psychological side effect following an abortion. Women commonly report that the abortion procedure affected them more than they thought it would. However, there are individuals who are more susceptible to experience some type of emotional or psychological struggle. Below is a list of circumstances that may increase a woman’s chances of having an emotional or psychologi
