Have the researchers on this project considered that this generation of young women (and even some older women of childbearing age) have not developed in the areas of character, resilience and being 'others' aware. Self-gratification, impatience and a reduction of tolerance to discomfort or disappointment seem to be a growing problem.
Could it be that we could better help alleviate psychological distress in women by helping them develop greater resilience and emotional strength. When we teach our young people to rise above disappointment or pain, and in fact challenge their negative thinking in order to turn adversity into a victory.....then they will be stronger and more able to make better choices and succeed in life.
I find the premise that abortion can alleviate psychological distress to be absurd. There are many documented reports on the increased likelihood of post abortion psychological issues. These very real issues of guilt, anxiety, depression and self-hatred can cripple women for life. A pregnant woman is going against every natural protective instinct in deciding to abort the life inside her. This is a very serious conflict and cannot be minimized.
A better outcome is to provide a psychologically supportive program that assists these women to carry their unborn baby to term and enter an adoption process that ensures that the baby will be provided with a secure home and future. This would be more conducive to improving her mental/emotional health This outcome would give her closure as well as an opportunity to move on in life without any long-term damage.
I feel that this study has not considered these issues. I wonder if there is a temptation to promote a study such as this to justify a particular position regarding this very controversial issue of abortion and maybe to further a political agenda.