October 8, 2025

Magnitude and determinants of common mental disorders following abortion among women of reproductive age recruited from health institutions in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: A cross-sectional study.

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Cross-sectional analysis finds 18.2% prevalence of common mental disorders among women post-abortion, indicating key determinants.

Eighteen percent of women who had abortions experience common mental disorders, influencing their well-being significantly.
Factors like substance use and intimate partner emotional violence are closely linked to higher rates of mental disorders in these women.
This research utilized logistic regression analysis to identify the determinants of common mental disorders following abortion.
Findings highlight an urgent need for improved counseling services and awareness about mental health in reproductive health settings.

Giru et al. (2025) studied this question.

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