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Abortion decision making: some findings from Colombia.

C Browner

    Studies in Family Planning
    |March 1, 1979
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    Economic support from the father significantly influences decisions on terminating unwanted pregnancies. Women facing financial instability or relationship uncertainty are more likely to seek abortions, even where illegal.

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    Area of Science:

    • Sociology
    • Public Health
    • Reproductive Health

    Background:

    • Investigating factors influencing women's decisions regarding unwanted pregnancies.
    • Understanding reproductive choices in contexts with restricted abortion access.

    Observation:

    • Interviews were conducted with 108 women in Cali, Colombia, a region with illegal but prevalent abortion practices.
    • All participants had experienced an unwanted pregnancy, with over half making attempts to terminate it.

    Findings:

    • The primary determinant for seeking pregnancy termination was the prospect of economic support from the father.
    • Women who were single, separated, or in unstable relationships showed a higher propensity for attempting to end their pregnancies.

    Implications:

    • Findings highlight the intersection of socioeconomic status, relationship dynamics, and reproductive autonomy.
    • Policy and support systems may need to address financial and relational factors to impact unintended pregnancy outcomes.

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