There is much controversy over when exactly human life begins; some argue that it starts at conception, while others believe it doesn't begin until the baby is born - this is the ethical dispute behind the legality of abortion.
There are a few different types of abortions, but the main one is called suction aspiration; this accounts for about 90% of all abortions. This form of abortion is generally used between six and 14 weeks of pregnancy; the procedure consists of inserting a hollow plastic tube into the uterus through the cervix, this tube is attached to a suction machine. The suction tears the fetus into small parts, which are sucked through the tube into a collection bottle. Now, I know what you're thinking, it all sounds pretty terrible - I cringed too. But as gruesome as it all sounds, it sure beats bringing an unwanted child into the world.
The majority of abortions are given to women in their late teens - early 20's. These women are ill prepared and unequipped to handle a child, many don't have the time, inclination, or financial capability to fully support said child. Personally, I'm pro choice - I believe it should be the woman's decision, it's her life, she should be able to live it as she sees fit. Bringing a child into the world under these circumstances would not positively affect the child - children of neglect often turn to drugs and alcohol, and eventually, a life of crime. Of course this is not the result of all children, but one has to question the quality of their lives.
However, few abortions due take place after the fetus is over 14 weeks, some even up to 8 months after conception - 8 months! This is where the line blurs for me. It is at this point that I believe the legal system should get involved. Abortion should not be legal after 14 weeks of fetal development, but if it takes place within the one - 14 week time period, what right does the law have to tell someone what they can and can't do with their life?
There are a few different types of abortions, but the main one is called suction aspiration; this accounts for about 90% of all abortions. This form of abortion is generally used between six and 14 weeks of pregnancy; the procedure consists of inserting a hollow plastic tube into the uterus through the cervix, this tube is attached to a suction machine. The suction tears the fetus into small parts, which are sucked through the tube into a collection bottle. Now, I know what you're thinking, it all sounds pretty terrible - I cringed too. But as gruesome as it all sounds, it sure beats bringing an unwanted child into the world.
The majority of abortions are given to women in their late teens - early 20's. These women are ill prepared and unequipped to handle a child, many don't have the time, inclination, or financial capability to fully support said child. Personally, I'm pro choice - I believe it should be the woman's decision, it's her life, she should be able to live it as she sees fit. Bringing a child into the world under these circumstances would not positively affect the child - children of neglect often turn to drugs and alcohol, and eventually, a life of crime. Of course this is not the result of all children, but one has to question the quality of their lives.
However, few abortions due take place after the fetus is over 14 weeks, some even up to 8 months after conception - 8 months! This is where the line blurs for me. It is at this point that I believe the legal system should get involved. Abortion should not be legal after 14 weeks of fetal development, but if it takes place within the one - 14 week time period, what right does the law have to tell someone what they can and can't do with their life?
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