Abortion has many risks and consequences, both physical and emotional. Many women who have an abortion later realize they have deep anger at the person that went with them because they didn't try to stop them from doing something they would regret. The best way to help your friend is to do all that you can to encourage her to contact our center to get the support she needs. Perhaps you are not fully informed about a baby before birthÑlearn more at JUST THE FACTS

This is an opportunity for you to do all that you can to insure that your friend makes an informed decision because she is aware of all her options. Regardless of your personal feelings about abortion, your friend needs to understand fully her options and the consequences of each one. If your friend decides on abortion, that does not change our commitment to help her afterwards. If she does decide on having an abortion, don't feel guilty if you tell your friend that you cannot accompany her to the abortion clinic, but you, too, will be there for her afterwards. Be prepared to direct her again back to the center in the event she begins to experience post-abortive stress. We will still be offering non-judgmental, compassionate help as your friend strives to cope with her choice to abort.

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