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Repeat abortion: is it a problem?

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Family Planning Perspectives

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Repeat abortion rates are rising among Canadian women. Older age and more frequent intercourse are key factors, not psychological issues, in women seeking repeat induced abortions.

Area of Science:

Reproductive Health
Sociology
Psychology

Background:

The incidence of repeat induced abortions is increasing in Canada.
Previous research suggested psychological or contraceptive-related factors for repeat abortions.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate factors differentiating women seeking first versus repeat induced abortions.
To examine demographic, psychological, and attitudinal differences between these groups.

Main Methods:

Interviewed 580 women seeking abortions at Montreal General Hospital.
Administered psychological tests to assess adjustment and attitudes.
Analyzed social, demographic, and behavioral characteristics.

Main Results:

Keywords:

Abortion Seekers Abortion Seekers, Repeated--determinants Abortion, Induced Age Factors Americas Attitude Behavior Canada Comparative Studies Contraception Contraceptive Usage--women Developed Countries Developing Countries Family Planning Fertility Control, Postconception Marriage Patterns North America Northern America Psychological Factors Psychology Research Methodology Research Report Sampling Studies Sex Behavior Studies Surveys Testing

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Approximately 20% of women were having repeat abortions.
Repeat abortion patients were older, less likely to be married, and more tolerant of legal abortion.
Higher coital frequency was observed in repeat abortion patients.
Contraceptive use at conception was slightly higher in repeat abortion patients, but methods did not differ.
No significant differences in psychological adjustment or attitudes toward sexuality were found.

Conclusions:

Age and coital frequency are the primary differentiators between first and repeat abortion patients.
These factors reflect increased exposure to the risk of unintended pregnancy.
Psychological adjustment and attitudes do not appear to be significant factors in repeat abortions.