Abortion

Zina Abualeinan
Molly SigRist
Rebecca Gill

What is Abortion?
Abortion is when a pregnancy is ended so that it does not result
in a birth of a child.
termination of pregnancy
Different types:
Medical (abortion pill)
Surgical
Figure 1: Abortion
Source: (http://www.huffingtonpost.com)

Background
Turned political instead of private
Was widely practiced before the 1880s
Anti-abortion laws was due to a backlash against the the birth control
movement.

Unchristian like?
Separation of church and state

Result
Thousands of women treated for health complications a year
-

Due to botched, unsanitary, or self-induced abortions

many died
chronically ill and in pain.

Organized support groups/movements

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1960s Clergy Consultation Service of Abortion

of pastors+rabbis set up services to help women
illegal abortions.)
1960s women organized a womens liberation movement.
- Reproductive rights a big priority.
- Movement connected to gender equality.

(network
find safe

Figure 2: Womens Liberation Movement

Source: http://womenshistory.about.com/

Change began to happen

1973-1976: 14 states reformed and four repealed restrictive
abortion laws.
- Change: Allowing women access to abortion in certain
circumstances (Rape, incest)
1970 NY- first state to legalize Abortion butthrough 24th week of
pregnancy
- Hawaii - legalized through 20 weeks
- Washington DC

Finally
1973 Roe v. Wade:
right of PRIVACY..founded
in the Fourteenth Amendments concept of
personal liberty.
However..court allowed individual
states to place restrictions in the
second trimester
Court- woman's life or health
endangered

Figure 3: Roe V. Wade

Source: www.haikudeck.com

Law in NC 2016

Code section 14-44 to 46; 90-2 1.6 to 90-2 1 . 10

Statutory Definition of illegal Abortion - Willfully administer to mother, prescribe, advise, procure
substance or instrument with intent to destroy child or procure miscarriage.
Statutory Definition of Legal Abortion - First 20 weeks of pregnancy no medical requirements
regarding mother or fetus; after 20 weeks must be substantial risk that would threaten life,
health of mother.
Penalty for Unlawful Abortion - Class H felony: Fine and/or imprisonment up to 10 years
Class I felony: fine and/or imprisonment up to 5 years
Class 1 misdemeanor for failing to obtain parental consent.
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20 weeks

Laws in Each State 2016

https://www.guttmacher.org/state-policy/explore/overview-abortion-laws
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DRauXXz6t0Y 2:00-3:32

Laws in the world 2016

http://worldabortionlaws.com/map/

74 countries worldwide allow abortion on broad grounds or without

restriction as to reason reason.

Why Abortion?
The decision to end a pregnancy is personal. Some reasons include:
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Birth control (contraceptive) failure.

Inability to support or care for a child.
To end an unwanted pregnancy.
To prevent the birth of a child with birth defects or severe medical problems.
Pregnancy resulting from rape or incest.
Physical or mental conditions that endanger the woman's health if the pregnancy is
continued.

Very difficult decision for a lot of women.

When Do Most Women Get an Abortion?

Figure 4: When in the pregnancy do most women get an abortion

Source: S3.amazonaws.com

Abortion Stigma
How does Abortion affect a woman mentally?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UTdjKNaCAIQ&feature=youtu.be 0:38-2:40
How does Abortion affect a woman physically?

Abortion Emotional Effects on Women

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Emotional and psychological effects following abortion are more common than physical
side effects.
can range from mild regret to more serious complications such as depression.
Regret
Anger
Guilt
Shame
Sense of loneliness or isolation
Loss of self confidence
Insomnia or nightmares
Relationship issues
Suicidal thoughts and feelings
Eating disorders
Depression
Anxiety

Abortion Physical Effects on Women

Period returns 4-6 weeks after
Frequent side effects for as long as 2-4 weeks after abortion:
- Abdominal pain and cramps
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Spotting and bleeding
Serious complications (1 in a 100):
Heavy or persistent bleeding
Infection or sepsis
Damage to the cervix
Perforation of the uterus
Damage to other organs
Death

Abortion Procedures
First trimester:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRDnVSMr5j0 0:30 - 1:37
Second trimester
Third Trimester

What is Planned Parenthood?

A healthcare provider in America that works to educate men and
women about reproduction.
NOT an abortion clinic.
To help people be safe when sexually active.
Services include: STD testing, pregnancy testing, abortion
referrals, contraception, and other health services. .
Provide condoms, birth control pills, STD tests, and pregnancy
tests for people who cant reach these resources any other way.

Services include:

Planned Parenthood Services

STD testing
pregnancy testing
abortion referrals
contraception

Provide: condoms, birth control pills,

STD tests, and pregnancy tests for
people who cant reach these resources
any other way.

Figure 5 : Planned Parenthood

Source: New York Magazine

Planned Parenthood Services

Figure 6: Planned Parenthood Services

Source: thefederalist.com

How Many People Use Planned Parenthood?

4,665,000 men and women each year use this clinic for
healthcare/education.
52 million people visit the website.
Offers safe/judgement free place for women to seek help with
their health.

Abortion in Politics
2016 Presidential Candidates: Hillary Clinton (Democrat) and Donald Trump
(Republican).
Clinton: Pro-Choice
[President] Trump: Pro-Life

vs.
Figure 7: A Picture of Donald Trump

Source: (Trump Victory Casts Uncertainty on Future Progress)

Figure 8: A Picture of Hillary Clinton

Source: (More Than Likable Enough)

Donald Trump
Has avidly said hes
pro-life.
Wants to defund
Planned Parenthood
because
they issue abortions.
Figure 9: Donald Trump Campaign Picture
Source: (We Are Going to Make America Great Again)

Hillary Clinton
Has always been a
proponent for pro-choice.
However, she has proposed ideas of
contraception use and adoption during
her 2016 Presidential election
campaign.
Figure 10: Hillary Clinton Campaign Picture
Source: (Hillary Clinton for President)

Two Sides: Pro-Life v. Pro-Choice

Pro-Life

Pro-Choice

Prohibit:
Abortion
Assisted suicide
War
Death Penalty

Want Legalized:
Celibacy and abstinence
Contraception use
Abortion
Childbirth

Gray Area
There are those who are in the
gray area.
People who are in favor of
topics presented on both sides
or dont agree with everything
their identifying side does.
Ex: Pro-life but in favor of the
death penalty.
Figure 11: A Political Cartoon
Source: (Why I'm Anti-Abortion and Pro-Choice)

How Can You Help

Form an opinion
Research and learn more about current news and changes
Educate others about real facts and statistics
Vote

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