How Can I Recover Emotionally After An Abortion?

Recovering emotionally after an abortion can be both challenging and exhausting, whether you felt emotions rise right after the abortion procedure or even years later. You are not alone in your struggle.

Some women find it easier to recover emotionally with practical support from a community that can walk with them. At Life Line we can walk with you and offer tools to help you recover emotionally after abortion and begin feeling like yourself again. Contact us today for more information.

Common Emotional Effects of Abortion

Maybe you’re overwhelmed by a rollercoaster of emotions after an abortion. Some common mental health effects women can face after abortion include:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Grief
• Regret

If you’re experiencing any of these, it can be difficult to live your everyday life. You may feel normal one moment, and then something triggers your abortion memories. It can feel like a devastating cycle, and breaking free can feel impossible.

However, know that healing and hope are not out of reach. Try your best to work through each emotion one by one and find the support you need from professionals, recovery groups, and those around you. You can break the cycle and find freedom.

Already Struggling With Mental Health?

If you have already struggled with mental health and with your emotional support before abortion, this time can be even more difficult for you.

A report shows that women who have struggled with mental health issues in the past are at greater risk for developing significant mental illnesses, including depression or anxiety, after an abortion. 

For your mental health, be sure to talk through your abortion experience with a professional counselor. They can help you develop a treatment plan and connect you with even more resources and referrals.

Free Post-Abortion Support

We’re here for you as you face this challenging season. Our compassionate team at Life Line Pregnancy Center is here to listen to your unique story and provide emotional and practical support.

We offer a safe space to talk and work through your feelings. You don’t have to face this alone. Contact us today to get on a path toward healing.