Struggling with mental health is an everyday challenge. The National Institute of Mental Health estimates one in five American adults currently live with a mental illness. If you are contemplating having an abortion, be sure to talk with your healthcare provider first. Some studies suggest that abortion can negatively affect a woman’s mental health. What
How do you know if someone is pressuring you into making one decision over another? Emotional manipulation can come from a partner, family member, friend, co-worker, or anyone with a stake in your decision. Here are a few things to watch out for. Are You Being Pressured to Make a Quick Decision? Emotional manipulation comes
Abortion ends a pregnancy, so it is an option if you need to hide your pregnancy. But the bigger question is, why do you need to hide? If you are in physical danger, we encourage you to contact the Harrison police or call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at (800) 799-SAFE (7233). If you are
Abortion is not only a physical decision; it can also be emotional. You want to be confident you are making the right choice. When considering your options, you need a trusted group of people around you who provide practical and emotional support. Often, women are unwilling to talk about their abortion decisions. Whether it’s the
You have more than one option when it comes to your unplanned pregnancy. Other than abortion, you have the adoption option and parenting option. Whether you’re feeling pressure from your partner or family, know that no one can force you into a pregnancy decision that you don’t want to make. We’re here to help you
You would think a late period and a positive pregnancy test would be all you need to confirm a pregnancy, but there is more to know. For instance, did you know experts estimate as many as 26% of all pregnancies end in a miscarriage? There’s no reason to get an abortion if you’ve already miscarried. How do
Finding yourself pregnant when it wasn’t in your plans is pressure enough. You don’t need your partner pressuring you to choose abortion, too. No one has the right to force you to make one decision over another. This is your choice. Learn about all your options before deciding. What Are My Options? You have three options for
Legally, you don’t have to tell anyone you want an abortion, but mentally you might want to. An abortion is a serious medical decision with physical and mental health consequences. Why go through it alone? At Reach Out, we’re here to assist you through an unplanned pregnancy. Let’s discuss your situation privately and see how we can
We understand. Having an abortion is hard physically and emotionally. If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy but don’t want to have another abortion, you have other options. Take a closer look at what is involved in making an adoption plan or the possibility of parenting. One of our caring team members can discuss both
Choosing abortion for your unplanned pregnancy can have emotional and physical consequences. It is not an easy decision, and we understand why you wouldn’t want another one. You do have two other options. Let’s take a closer look at placing your child for adoption or choosing to parent. We can help you with both. Isn’t Abortion
