Men and Abortion
If you believe you are experiencing after-abortion symptoms and would like more information, call us at 508-501-7051 to set up an appointment to speak with someone from our team.
Commonly Reported Symptoms of After-Abortion Distress in Men*:
- Anger/rage
- Anxiety/panic attacks
- Low self-esteem
- Sense of helplessness
- Self-condemning/self-loathing
- Shame/Excessive guilt
- Depression
- Sense of powerlessness/lack of resolve
- Instability
- Sleep disturbance
- Isolation/avoidance
- Alcohol and drug abuse
- Damaged relationships
- Workaholic
- Commitment avoidance
- Distance from God
Written by Amy G., L.I.C.S.W.
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Withdrawn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
