The following resources give suggestions on how to cope after an abortion. They talk about feelings people sometimes experience after an abortion, how to cope with those feelings and how to take care of yourself.

Coping after an abortion

Healthy coping after abortion 

Abortion, spirituality and religion

Relief, gratitude and empowerment

Loss, sadness and grief

Mood changes and depression

Guilt and Regret

Anger

A Guide to Emotional and Spiritual Support After Abortion

Positive Affirmation

What! A Men's Guide through Abortion

Resource List


POST-ABORTION COUNSELING

If you are feeling very overwhelmed with emotion and are experiencing difficulty after an abortion you may want to consider speaking with a counselor. Ask yourself the following questions:

Am I having trouble communicating with family, friends and co-workers?
Am I in more conflict than usual, at home, at work or in the community?
Do my worries get in the way of my day to day activities?
Am I eating, sleeping, drinking alcohol, using substances, smoking more or less?
Do I feel sad or angry, more than usual?
Am I numb?

If these questions prompt more concerns for you, a counselor might be a helpful way of sorting things out.

Counseling takes place in a completely confidential setting.  If you would like to speak with a counselor about your abortion experience (whether the abortion be recent or in the distant past) you can make an appointment at the following pro-choice organizations:

Woman's Health Options 780-484-1124
Options Sexual Health Association 780-423-3737

You can also contact a clinic counselor at counselor@whol.ca 

Telephone Post Abortion Support:
Woman's Health Options  780-484-1124
Options Sexual Health Association 780-423-3737 or 780-428-1539

If you require specialized counseling for other concerns please contact the clinic to ask for referral or call 211.