Psychological Effects of Abortion in Sindh | The International Journal of Indian Psychȯlogy

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Psychological Effects of Abortion in Sindh

Om Parkash ,

Physician, Health Department, Government of Sindh, Pakistan Google Scholar More about the auther

Aatma Ram ,

Physician, Health Department, Government of Sindh, Pakistan Google Scholar More about the auther

Mahmood Khan

Physician, Health Department, Government of Sindh, Pakistan Google Scholar More about the auther

DIP: 18.01.066/20190701

DOI: 10.25215/0701.066

ABSTRACT

This study focused the psychological aspects of women in post abortion phase in province of Sindh. The rate of abortion in last few years has increased dramatically in Sindh. Majority of abortions are performed by non-skilled health workers. Two different survey studies conducted at two different districts of Sindh. Depression, guilt and stress are found major prevalent states in women in post abortion phase. Marital conflicts also significantly visible in couples in post abortion phase.

Keywords

Psychological Effects, Abortion, Sindh

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How to cite this article:

Om. P, Ram. A, & Khan. M (2019).Psychological Effects of Abortion in Sindh. International Journal of Indian Psychology, 7(1), 594-598. DIP:18.01.066/20190701, DOI:10.25215/0701.066