Study Reveals Rise in Self-Managed Abortions Post-Roe Reversal

Research highlights increased attempts to end pregnancies without medical supervision since the 2022 Supreme Court decision.

The prevalence of self-managed abortions rose from 5% to 7% among U.S. women of reproductive age since 2022.
Methods include using abortion pills, herbs, alcohol, or physical harm to induce miscarriage.
People of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and young women are more likely to attempt self-managed abortions.
Barriers to clinic access, privacy concerns, and legal restrictions drive the trend.
Medical professionals call for better support and non-judgmental care for those seeking abortion options.