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Psychological Effects of Abortion: A Critical Review with Implications for Predicting Women at Risk.
McFarlane, Mary Elaine – 1990
This paper examines facts and faults of some of the relevant research concerning abortion and its psychological effects. The paper notes that because of research design flaws, conclusions are tentative at best. However, it is concluded that research suggests or indicates: (1) women primarily experience relief and few negative psychological…
Descriptors: Abortions, Anxiety, Depression (Psychology), Emotional Problems
