Abortion Recovery

Statistics show that more than 1 in 4 women in today’s society will have an abortion. This means that 1 in 4 men experience the consequences, too. Men and women struggling from a past abortion may not realize how it’s affected their lives until many years later. And sometimes, the unspoken secret lives inside of you for so long that it may have manifested itself in other hurtful ways throughout your life.

You deserve forgiveness and healing – from yourself, from God, from others, and even from your child. There are people, places, and programs that have been established to help you achieve these goals. You may be afraid to let this secret out. You may be afraid of what others will think or of Pandora’s box that will be opened. But the experience can be liberating and healing, a feeling of relief that you are no longer alone. Here’s what you can expect:

10 Common Stages of Post-Abortion Counseling

  • The Pre-Pregnant Woman
  • The Pregnancy
  • The Abortion Decision
  • The Abortion
  • Accommodation & Symptoms
  • Hurts Resolved
  • Anger
  • Forgiveness & Reconciliation
  • Establishing Relationship with Baby
  • Going on with God & Life

Common Features of Post-Abortion Stress Syndrome (PASS)

If you are experiencing any of these signs, an abortion recover program may help you.

  • Nightmares
  • Self-devaluation
  • Low self-esteem
  • Depression
  • Guilt
  • Suicidal thoughts
  • Outbursts of anger
  • Eating and sleeping disorders
  • Marital problems
  • Sexual dysfunction
  • Inability to respond emotionally
  • Parenting problems
  • Degenerating moral standards
  • Repeat abortions
  • Drug & Alcohol abuse