Gulabi Sambad
Jun 14, 2024
Teenage abortion and unsafe abortion practices in Nepal have severe consequences on physical, mental, social, and public health. Physically, unsafe abortions can lead to hemorrhage, infections, organ damage, and even death, while teenagers face higher risks of complications due to physical immaturity. Mentally, the psychological impact includes depression, anxiety, PTSD, and stigma-induced isolation. Socially, affected teenagers often face family and community rejection, disrupted education, and economic burdens from medical costs and loss of productivity. Legally, there are risks of criminal charges and exploitation in areas with restricted abortion laws. Public health consequences include increased maternal mortality and morbidity and a significant strain on the healthcare system. Mitigating these effects requires comprehensive sex education, improved access to reproductive health services, psychological support, and community programs to reduce stigma and support affected young women.
In this episode of Gulabi Sambad, we explore the issue of teenage abortion, unsafe abortion, and the consequences of frequently using contraceptive pills with Dr. Shree Prasad Adhikari, a Senior Gynecologist and Obstetrician, and Director at the Paropakar Maternity and Women’s Hospital, Thapathali.
#abortion #unsafeabortion #teeanageabortion #womenhealth #reproductivehealth #mentalhealth #srhr #podcast #gulabisambad
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This episode of Gulabi Sambad features a conversation with journalist Sushma Gautam about sensitive issues of sexual violence and sexual and reproductive health in Madhesh. It talks about the challenges girls, women and marginalized communities face, including stigma, silence, and lack of proper information and services.The episode also discusses how many young boys are getting involved in sexual violence and abuse. It tries to understand why this is happening, looking at reasons like lack of awareness, harmful social norms, peer pressure, and little education about consent and respect.Through this conversation, the podcast aims to raise awareness, encourage open discussion, and highlight the need for better education and community support to prevent such violence and build a safer society. #sexeducation #endsexualviolence #madesh #nepal #srhr #gulabisambad
