Corinne Rocca, PhD, MPH, of the University of California San Francisco, explains the emotions women express after having an abortion in the United States. Co-authors: Katrina Kimport, PhD; Heather Gould, MPH, John Neuhaus, PhD, Sarah Roberts, PhD, and Diana Greene … Continue reading →
The Approach Summary : Patient-centered counseling uses this approach: Listen, don’t assume, self-reflect. Patients and providers may not share understanding of complex medical terms.
Not a Failure Summary: A patient who returns for a second or greater abortion indicates that the clinic and staff provided high-quality service and supported the patient. Viewing repeat patients as “failures” contributes to abortion shame and stigma.
Liberation summary: Healthcare providers may have bias favoring a particular decision, but the patient owns the decision and ultimately it does not impact the providers life. Additional Resource Abortions Welcome is a spiritual companion including meditations, rituals, stories, and scripture … Continue reading →
The Patient has the Answer Summary: Only the patient is the expert in their life and needs.
Dr. Lauren Ralph, of the University of California San Francisco, explains the most up-to-date research on the requirements of parental involvement in minors seeking abortion. Download the EXPLAINED: Parental Involvement Requirements for Minors Seeking Abortion Facilitator Guide with Quiz. Don’t … Continue reading →
Dr. Lauren Ralph, of the University of California San Francisco, explains the most up-to-date research on the requirements of parental involvement in minors seeking abortion. For more information, watch the extended lecture version and download the video companion materials. The following … Continue reading →
As of 2023, new research demonstrates that cervical block is effective in reducing pain associated with tenaculum placement and IUD insertion, especially in adolescent and nulliparous patients. The recommendations in this video regarding cervical block techniques and other pain management … Continue reading →