There are usually many good reasons for abortions which is why it has been legalized in many countries like the U.
K.
These reasons may include: Rape.
Health conditions of the mother.
Health conditions of the fetus.
Though abortion may be a way out where there is no other way, it still leaves some side effects which have to be dealt with.
Emotional and psychological effects are more common than the potential physical side effects and they can range from mild regret to more serious complications like depression.
It is important to talk to a professional who can answer your questions and discuss your concerns before and after the abortion.
The emotional side effects following an abortion will vary from woman to woman and the circumstance of the pregnancy.
Women who are aborting their first pregnancy usually suffer the more serious complications.
Some women often report a great sense of relief after an abortion because tensions have been high ever since pregnancy was suspected and now it is over.
Some of the emotional effects of abortion are: 1.
Emotional deadening: This is either feeling less in touch with their emotions or feeling a need to shut down emotions.
2.
Increased tendency toward anger or rage 3.
Guilty feeling 4.
Recurrent Nightmares 5.
Depression at the sight of babies and pregnant women.
6.
Deep mourning and regrets particularly difficult times are the date the baby was due and the anniversary of the abortion.
7.
Fear of others learning of the abortion or a greater sense of fear for unknown reasons 8.
Greater feelings of loneliness or isolation 9.
Great sense of loss.
10.
Less self confidence 11.
Sexual dysfunctions: Increased pain during intercourse, promiscuity, frigidity, or loss of pleasure 12.
Greater difficulty in maintaining or developing relationships 13.
Increased or began use of drugs or alcohol.
These emotional side effects will always be there because from inception a woman is already attached to her baby therefore any loss to this child will be felt by the mother.
Since abortion is necessary in cases of rape and others one has to find a way to reduce these emotional effect.
This is why anybody considering abortion should: Get Help It is usually of importance to talk to trained professional when faced with the case of an unwanted pregnancy.
They will be able to give professional advice on which method is best and what to do or avoid.
Talk to Experienced people Seek out people that have gone through unplanned pregnancy or abortions before.
Ask questions and let them take you through.
It helps to talk to someone that has been there and done that and you may find out abortion may not be the best option for you.
Avoid Pressure Do not let anybody pressurize you into an abortion because it will only make the emotional and psychological effect more complicated.
The decision to take out your baby should be solely yours it makes the regret and guilt easier to deal with.
Stay away from parents, friends, neighbors who are not very supportive.
Avoid Isolation As good as it is to keep away from people that don't have your best interest at heart, it is also very important to have one or two confidants.
Select people who you are sure have your best interest at heart and always be around them.
Tell them every thing you feel and keep nothing at heart because this can lead to depression.