Healing After An Abortion

Did you know that 44% of all American women will have an abortion at some point during their lifetime and most won't talk about it. (Focus on the Family) Most women who choose abortion are going against their own moral codes, and the guilt they feel stops them from telling others about what they are going through.  There is tremendous emotional impact after an abortion experience. Chances are- you know someone who has dealt with it in their past or who is going through it right now. Symptoms are similar to those in any post traumatic stress disorder.   

• Bouts of crying
• Depression
• Guilt
• Inability to live in forgiveness
• Anger / rage
• Emotional numbness
• Sexual problems or promiscuity
• Eating disorders
• Lowered self esteem
• Drug and alcohol abuse
• Nightmares and sleep disturbances
• Suicidal urges
• Difficulty with relationships
• Anxiety and panic attacks
• Flashbacks
• Multiple abortions
• Pattern of repeat crisis pregnancy
• Discomfort around babies or pregnant women
• Fear / ambivalence of pregnancy