When deciding whether or not to terminate a pregnancy, consider its possible impact on your mental and physical health. This information is essential if you already struggle with mental health issues.

While it’s not possible to predict precisely how you would feel after an abortion (every woman is different), multiple studies show that mental health can deteriorate after an abortion.

At Lakes Life Care Center, we offer no-cost consultations, during which you can learn about your options and ask questions in an emotionally safe, informative environment.

What is the Connection Between Mental Health and Abortion?

The mental health element is often left unexplored when women are making a decision.

According to the National Library of Medicine, “Both sides agree that…abortion is consistently associated with elevated rates of mental illness compared to women without a history of abortion.”

What Do Some Women Experience After Abortion?

Abortion can lead to psychological effects for women alongside its physical consequences, so this is something you should especially keep in mind if you already struggle with your mental health.

A long-term study found that women who underwent abortions were at a higher risk for experiencing mental health issues such as anxiety, substance abuse, and suicidal thoughts following the procedure.

Another study highlighted that over 14% of American women developed post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following an abortion.

Studies like these emphasize the importance of understanding the potential psychological effects associated with abortion.

Receive No-Cost Services

At Lakes Life Care Center, we offer free pregnancy services to women, including an ultrasound. This scan provides more information and alerts you to certain complications like ectopic pregnancy.

We can also answer your questions about the pregnancy or your options with fact-based education. You deserve to feel heard and equipped with information to safeguard your mental well-being as much as possible.

Contact us today for an appointment!

Lakes Life Care Center does not provide or refer for abortions. 

All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.