Post-Abortion Support

Few women readily choose to have an abortion. But when facing an unplanned pregnancy they can feel there is no alternative.

 

The pressure of circumstances can seem overwhelming and there is often lack of support at this critical time.

 

Following an abortion, a woman's immediate feeling is often one of relief. It seems as if the problem is solved and life is back to normal. But for some, the initial relief is replaced with emotional difficulties that they had not expected.

 

These difficulties can surface years after the abortion
and may include:

• Emotional numbness
• Depression
• Inability to be near babies or children
• Recurrent dreams of the abortion or unborn child
• Feelings of regret or guilt
• A sense of loss and emptiness
• Relationship difficulties
• Anger at partner, family, friends or children
• Eating disorders, alcohol or drug abuse
• Feelings of helplessness and isolation
• Low self-worth

Most women have little alternative but to bury these painful feelings in order to survive. Many may fear being judged or misunderstood, so may keep the abortion secret.

 

If you are suffering following an abortion HELP IS AVAILABLE.

 

Healing emotional hurt following an abortion is possible, and the process starts as soon as you are willing to say you would like some support. Many women have already been helped to come to terms with their decision to have an abortion, either with one-to-one counselling or in a group, using a sensitive recovery programme called ‘The Journey’.

 

If you would like to talk to someone, please get in touch...