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Decision-making about unwanted pregnancy.

M Törnbom1, E Ingelhammar, H Lilja

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Göteborg, Sahlgrenska Hospital, Sweden.

Acta Obstetricia Et Gynecologica Scandinavica
|July 28, 1999
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Making the decision for abortion can be difficult, especially for women with social challenges or those feeling influenced by others. Counseling is crucial for supporting these women through the process.

Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Health
  • Psychology
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Examines the decision-making process for first and repeat abortions.
  • Compares abortion decisions with decisions to continue pregnancies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To understand the factors influencing abortion decisions in young women.
  • To compare decision-making processes between women seeking abortion and those continuing pregnancy.

Main Methods:

  • Survey and interview of 401 pregnant women aged 20-29.
  • Categorized participants into first abortion (A1), repeat abortion (A2), continuing pregnancy without prior abortion (B1), and continuing pregnancy with prior abortion (B2).

Main Results:

  • Ambivalent feelings about pregnancy were common across all groups.

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  • Over half of women decided on abortion early, with most confirming the decision after weeks of thought.
  • More than half of women undergoing abortion found the decision difficult, particularly those with social service contact.
  • Most women agreed with partners and felt uninfluenced by others, though some reported external influence.

    • Conclusions:

    • Counseling is vital for women struggling with abortion decisions.
    • Specific support is needed for women experiencing external influence or significant social issues.