Unwanted pregnancy and abortion. Preventive methods and assistance pre- and post-abortion Cover Image

Sarcina nedorită şi trauma avortului. Metode de prevenţie şi intervenţie pre- şi post-abortiv
Unwanted pregnancy and abortion. Preventive methods and assistance pre- and post-abortion

Author(s): Valerica Celmare
Subject(s): Family and social welfare
Published by: Galaţi University Press
Keywords: Abortion; unwanted pregnancy; post-abortion syndrome; counseling pre- and post-abortion;

Summary/Abstract: This article aims at highlighting the negative consequences of abortion on those involved (mothers, fathers, children) and on the society. Considered by many women a solution in resolving conflicts occured with an unwanted pregnancy, abortion proves to be the cause of serious somatic and psychological sufferings which constitute the so-called post-abortion syndrome. For prevention of these disorders and for healing of those affected by post-abortion syndrome counseling intervention techniques specific to these situations are needed.

  • Issue Year: 4/2009
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 147-160
  • Page Count: 14
  • Language: Romanian