The psychological reaction of patients to legalized abortion.
American Journal of OrthopsychiatryPublished 1 January 1972
Joy D. Osofsky, Howard J. Osofsky
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Patients demographically reflected the community at large, and, consistent with the literature, experienced few psychological difficulties at a legalized abortion program in New York State.
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Available research concerning psychological effects of abortion is reviewed, and background and psychological data from patients attending a legalized abortion program in New York State are presented. Patients demographically reflected the community at large, and, consistent with the literature, experienced few psychological difficulties. Scientific and ethical implications are discussed.
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