Men and Abortion
Women aren’t the only ones hurt by abortion. Like women, men often experience deep and lasting regret for their participation in an abortion; whether they wanted the abortion or not. It’s common for men to suppress their feelings for years. Lacking freedom to express these emotions allows them to fester, spill over and erupt in other areas of his life. It often effects their masculinity and identify as a husband and father. If you’ve been involved in an abortion, you may find this list of common symptoms of post-abortion distress in men helpful.
If you believe you are experiencing post-abortion symptoms and would like help to speak with someone from our team, call us at 508-438-0144 to set up an initial appointment.
Common symptoms of post-abortion distress in men
Emotional
Anger/rage
Anxiety
Feels like or fears failure
Confusion
Selfish
Low self-esteem
Helplessness
Worrying
Feeling like he deserves punishment
Suicidal thoughts
Panic attacks
Feels irresponsible
Self-condemning/self-loathing
Shame
Depression
Excessive guilt
Emasculation
Powerlessness/lack of resolve
Behavioral
Frequent job changes
Lack of trust
Impotency
Sleep disturbance
Moodiness
Risk taking
Attention disorders
Isolation/avoidance
Alcohol and drug abuse
Aggression
Withdrawn
Damaged relationships
Pornography use
Workaholic
Commitment avoidance
Distance from God
Violence
Blaming
Involvement in pro-life cause
