The decision to have an abortion is not an easy one, and it is not the right decision for every pregnant woman, even in difficult circumstances. Every situation is different. Women considering abortion range from nine to 55 years old. They are rich and poor; married and unmarried; white, black, brown, yellow and red; members of every religious group and ethnic origin; heterosexual and homosexual. Some have no-one to talk to and others have too many people talking to them. Some are in danger from physical, sexual and emotional abuse.
The decision to have an abortion is not an easy one, and it is not the right decision for every pregnant woman, even in difficult circumstances. Every...
In the decade since the first edition of this work was published, an incredible array of reproductive technologies and associated issues has emerged. Obstetricians and gynecologists are hard-pressed to deal with the startling breadth and depth of these issues, which require mastery over a daunting combination of ever-increasing scientific knowledge, technical skills, long hours, legal liability, and exposure to clinical situations of overwhelming emotional intensity.
Psychiatrists have a vital role to play in helping obstetricians and gynecologists cope with a host of problems whose...
In the decade since the first edition of this work was published, an incredible array of reproductive technologies and associated issues has emerge...
Changing attitudes and social behavior as well as rapid technological progress are having great impact on women's reproductive health care. In addition to addressing the clinical implications of these new issues, this volume provides a useful and concise text for practitioners of obstetrics and gynecology. Because it deals with the ubiquitous emotional aspects of reproductive health care it will also be of interest to nonspecialists and interested lay readers.
Changing attitudes and social behavior as well as rapid technological progress are having great impact on women's reproductive health care. In addi...
