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After Abortion Counseling

If you are hurting from a past abortion you may be suffering from Post Abortion Syndrome (PAS).

PAS is a post traumatic disorder that commonly occurs in women who have had one or more abortions.  Abortion can often result in stress, trauma, and long-lasting effects that need to be resolved.

Below are some common symptoms of PAS.  These symptoms will vary in degree according to the woman, ranging from mild, to moderate, to severe.

1. Physical Symptoms  Eating disorders Sexual problems Cervical pain Sterility Miscarriages Tubal pregnancies	2. Behavioral Symptoms Promiscuity Sleep disorders Eating disorders Substance abuse Workaholic Sexual dysfunction Subsequent pregnancy to replace aborted child
3. Emotional Symptoms  Guilt/shame Emotional shutdown Sadness Untrusting Sense of loss Depression Uncontrolled weeping Self-hatred Low self-esteem Anger, rage Dreams, flashbacks	4. Spiritual Symptoms  Inability to accept God's forgiveness Feeling condemned Avoidance of church services if message relates to abortion

There is help and you are not alone.  Please contact us and talk to a counselor.

Call us at: 785.272.6212
   National Helpline for Abortion Recovery: 866.482.LIFE
or
Email us at: klcarlson@choosegrace.org

We are here for you.