Post-Abortion Symptoms

• Damaged self esteem
• Depression or mental breakdown (especially close to the anniversary of the procedure)
• Distrust and feelings of betrayal
• Self-destructive or compulsive behavior (drug or alcohol abuse, sexual promiscuity, involvement in abusive relationships)
• Sleep or eating disorders
• Avoidance of pregnant women, men, doctors, children or baby clothing
• Difficulty forgiving others or accepting God's forgiveness for yourself
• Fear of punishment from God
• Inability to tolerate the sound of a vacuum cleaner or a dentist's drill
• Suicidal thoughts
• Frequent or uncontrollable crying
• Nightmares or flashbacks
• Feelings of helplessness or isolation
• Guilt
• Anxiety
• Shame and fear of others finding out
• Denial
• Difficulty forgiving others