About Abortion

Abortion is one of the most divisive topics in the US today. This has polarized people and has made ordinary conversation about abortion difficult. Those who oppose abortion have used lies and distortions to influence the law, the courts, public policy, and the actions of individual women. The result is a lot of shame, fear, anger, and confusion.

The truth is that over one third of all women in the US will have an abortion, and abortion has been part of women's lives for thousands of years. If you have not had an abortion yourself, chances are that someone close to you has.

Abortion is common and safe, and it is an important component in the full spectrum of women's health care.

This section provides honest information about abortion, whether you are making a decision about your own pregnancy, have questions about teens and pregnancy decisions, or need support as the partner, parent or friend of a woman having an abortion. You can also find information about the facts, myths and history of abortion, abortion law, abortion and spirituality, and read personal stories about abortion.