Types of abortion restrictions in the United States
Types of Abortion Restrictions in the United States
Abortion restrictions in the United States refer to laws or regulations that limit or prohibit the termination of pregnancy. These restrictions vary widely from state to state, and can include mandatory counseling, waiting periods, and parental consent requirements.
Pronunciation
- Abortion: /əˈbɔːrʃən/
- Restrictions: /rɪˈstrɪkʃənz/
Etymology
The term "abortion" comes from the Latin abortio, which means "to miscarry". The term "restriction" comes from the Latin restrictio, meaning "limitation".
Types of Restrictions
Mandatory Counseling
Mandatory Counseling is a requirement in some states that women seeking an abortion must receive counseling before the procedure. This can include information about the risks of abortion, alternatives to abortion, and the developmental stage of the fetus.
Waiting Periods
Waiting Periods are laws that require a woman to wait a certain amount of time between the counseling session and the abortion procedure. This can range from 24 hours to several days.
Parental Consent
Parental Consent laws require that minors seeking an abortion must first obtain the consent of one or both parents. In some states, a judicial bypass procedure is available for minors who cannot obtain parental consent.
Gestational Limits
Gestational Limits are laws that prohibit abortions after a certain point in pregnancy, usually defined by fetal viability or a specific number of weeks into the pregnancy.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Types of abortion restrictions in the United States
- Wikipedia's article - Types of abortion restrictions in the United States
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