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DVD! Why abortion? Understanding why women choose to have an abortion

Why abortion?

Why abortion? is a DVD which explores the realities faced by women with an unplanned pregnancy and considering abortion. Using short drama pieces the viewer is asked to make choices. It comes with a manual to help professionals who work with young people or adults examine how unplanned pregnancy impacts on the lives of those involved. It explores the options available when facing an unplanned pregnancy, and the factors that influence the decision making process.

Audience Young people aged 14 and over.

For use by Education, social services and health professionals, and youth and community workers.

Curriculum guidance Meets curriculum guidance for key stages 3 and 4.

20 minute DVD, 32pp spiral bound manual and case

Price: £24.99

Code: BS0704

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Customers who bought Why Abortion? also sent off for our young people's booklet Abortion: just so you know.


Watch a preview of Why abortion? before you buy

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As this video is hosted by YouTube, unsolicited material may be tagged onto it. This demonstrates why a DVD about a woman's right to choose is so necessary.
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