If you are one of the millions of women who made the choice to have an abortion, you may know that the memories associated with this experience can be difficult and even painful. Months and years may go by without any remeberence of the abortion experience. Then, one day, you may find yourself wondering what your life would have been like had your child lived. Triggers like seeing children that are the same age that your child might have been, or the anniversary date of the abortion or the possible birth date of the child, may leave you feeling anxious, scared, and fearful. For most women, the abortion is a closely held secret. Rarely do we talk about this pain with family or friends. Many feel fearful that they will be judged if others find out about the abortion.

Not everyone has guilt or shame from an abortion, however, you may be experiencing some of the following issues listed below.  According to some studies that have been done on this subject, you may experience one or more of these problems:

• Fear of taking risks
• Depression
• Panick Attacks
• Sexual dysfunctions
• Fear of being judged
• Feeling of defeat
• Guilt
• Addictions
• Sense of loss
• Fear of making decisions
• Feeling unworthy
• Shame
• Suicidal thoughts

If you are experiencing any of these problems, understand that you are not alone and our Center exists to help you. There is help available after an abortion if needed. Also understand that there are other issues in life, that may not have any connection to abortion, that may lead to the problems listed above.