Symptoms of Post Abortion Syndrome

The symptoms of Post Abortion Syndrome otherwise known as PAS are quite consistent from one woman to the next. They generally correlate with the main symptoms of depression and anxiety disorders however there are specific indications related to the pregnancy and the unborn child which differentiate between this mental disorder and others.
This disorder is acutely similar to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and is in fact an acute form of this disorder. It can occur anywhere from 2 weeks after an abortion takes place to 6 months after an abortion.

Symptoms


Guilt

Anxiety

Psychological Numbing

Depression

Thoughts of Suicide

Anniversary Syndrome

Re experiencing the abortion

Anxiety over fertility

Interruption of bonding process with current children

Survival guilt

Eating disorders

Alcohol and drug abuse

Self punishing behaviour

Self harm

Reactive psychosis

Anger

Nightmares

Sleep disturbances

Intrusion of thoughts and flashbacks

Isolation

Obsession with picture of fetuses

Relationship problems

Over-protectiveness of children

Low self esteem

If you are suffering or feel you are suffering with any of these symptoms and would like more information and support regarding Post Abortion Syndrome, please contact me on

Ruth Osborne
Email - passupport@hotmail.co.uk