​Although all women and men who experience abortion do not experience problems afterwards, many women and men do. Immediately following an abortion, you may feel a sense of relief that the pregnancy has ended. The sense of relief may be replaced by grief or regret after weeks, months or even years following the abortion.

 

Psychologists are now recognizing PAS (Post-Abortion Stress) as a type of post-traumatic stress disorder. Symptoms include:

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• Depression

• Sadness

• Eating disorders

• Anxiety

• Triggered responses 

• Feelings of low self-esteem

• Desire to avoid pregnant women and/or babies

• Recurring nightmares or flashbacks to the abortion experience

• Addictive behaviors

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Our abortion recovery program guides suffering and hurting women to bring their emotional scars from abortion out of the dark past and into the light, where true and lasting healing can take place.

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Topics we will address include:

• relief and denial

• anger

• forgiveness

• depression

• letting go

• acceptance

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Whether it's been several days or many years, New Hope Family Services is here for you with compassion, support, and understanding.

 

Experience the freedom of sharing your story. Give us a call or send us a confidential message today.