If you are hurting after an abortion, you are not alone. Abortion recovery is the process of finding honest help for the grief, silence, and unanswered questions that can follow this choice. Ramah International exists to offer comfort, education, and the hope of healing.
Some people look for help right away. Others do not recognize the pain for months or years. There is no “too late” to begin. Healing can include talking with a trusted person, joining a class or support group, working through a guided course, and, for many, bringing the wound to God.
Where to start
- If your abortion was recent, start with help after a recent abortion.
- If you are living with lingering symptoms, read about abortion PTSD and abortion PTSD symptoms. Some people use the term “post-abortion syndrome.” It is not a formally recognized medical diagnosis, but the pain is real, and help is available.
- Common questions are answered in our FAQs of the post-abortive woman.
- Men who were involved in an abortion can visit Men and Abortion.
- If you want to support a friend, see Helping a Friend After Abortion.
A guided recovery course
Sydna Massé’s Her Choice to Heal online course is a free, confidential, nine-module abortion recovery program offered by Ramah International. You can work through it on your own or with support from the Ramah team. The book Her Choice to Heal is a companion resource many people use alongside the course.
Classes and support groups
Some people heal best in a small group or retreat. Visit Find a Recovery Class or Support Group for programs we can point you to, or contact Ramah if you need help locating support. Ministry leaders who want to start a class can read our abortion recovery class FAQs.