MULTIPLE INDUCED ABORTIONS - DANISH EXPERIENCE

Experience with 50 first time aborters, 50 second time aborters, and 5 0 third time aborters residing in an urban area of Copenhagen suggests that women having a repeat abortion are more similar than dissimilar to women having a first induced abortion. There were no differences in socioeconomic status, educational level, or stated reasons for choosi ng abortion (usually socioeconomic and family considerations). Though similar to first and second time aborters in their life situations and greater contraceptive risk-taking, third timers seemed to become preg nant more readily. They were also less willing to be interviewed. Rela ted studies and suggestions for postabortion counseling are discussed.