The financial cost of an abortion depends on the state, how far along you are, and what kind of abortion is available. Looking at a positive pregnancy test, you may be imagining abortion costs in dollars and cents; however, there are other costs involved with an abortion. 

Some women experience immediate relief after an abortion. However, they also often experience shame, guilt, and regret months or years later. These feelings vary in intensity. These feelings a woman might have are related to something called Post Abortion Syndrome (PAS).

PAS is an actual medical condition diagnosed in some women who have had abortions. Some symptoms of PAS include mood changes (anger, sadness, numbness), depression, nightmares or disrupted sleep, and decreased self-esteem. If a woman has had any of these symptoms before an abortion, she may find these become more severe after the abortion. These symptoms certainly should be considered part of the abortion cost.

Women who experience PAS may also deny or push away any unwanted feelings they may be having. When a woman denies or refuses to think about any feelings she may be having, she may develop harmful ways of dealing with those feelings. This can lead to substance abuse, withdrawal from loved ones, and the desire to either have no sex at all or have sex with more people. All these feelings can begin shortly after an abortion and remain for years.

It is important to fully understand what the total abortion cost will be for you. It will cost you financially and may cost you emotionally. If you are considering an abortion, it is important to know what to expect afterward – before you begin any procedure.

Alcove Health Women’s Clinic is a free women’s clinic that offers abortion education and a space to discuss all of these abortion costs– the physical, emotional, and relational costs. You may find that the financial cost is the least of your concerns.

Alcove Health is also a place for you to understand all the abortion options in the state of Virginia. Making an appointment is easy, and we will do our best to schedule you before your abortion appointment so you will have all the information you need to make an informed decision.

An appointment at Alcove Health is the best way to understand all the costs related to abortion. We’re located right here in Newport News and all of our services are free. With medical services (lab-grade pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, and STI testing) and advocacy support, you can’t go wrong. Click here or call to schedule your free and confidential medical appointment today.