Ask Dr. Michael Thase, Everyday Health
Q: Can women undergo symptoms of postpartum depression after having an abortion?
A: The end of a pregnancy, whether natural or induced, is associated with a large reduction in the female reproductive hormones estrogen and progesterone, which in turn may predispose some women to worsening depression. And for some women, abortion can also be associated with additional emotional turmoil related to feelings of guilt and grief, which could lead to depression.
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