Why women have abortions?

Two Women Planned to Have Abortions, But Something Changed Their Minds. read more

A look at why women choose abortion and the most commonly given reasons why women have an abortion. read more

ment of why women decide to have abortions. METHODS: In 2004, a structured survey was completed by 1,209 abortion patients at 11 large providers, and in-depth interviews were conducted with 38 women at four sit es. read more

The article, “Understanding why women seek abortions in the U.S.,” was published in the July 5, 2013, edition of BMC Women’s Health and can be freely accessed. As noted above the authors, M. Antonia Biggs, Heather Gould, and Diana Greene Foster, all participated in the “Turnaway” study. read more

Because in-clinic abortions are considered surgeries, you may have to fast starting around midnight the night before your procedure. When you arrive at the clinic, you’ll fill out some paperwork and answer questions about your medical history. read more

CONTEXT: Understanding women’s reasons for having abortions can inform public debate and policy regarding abor-tion and unwanted pregnancy. Demographic changes over the last two decades highlight the need for a reassess-ment of why women decide to have abortions. read more