Following the Supreme Court's 2022 decision on abortion restrictions, a new study has revealed a troubling link between these bans and rising rates of intimate partner violence (IPV). In counties enforcing near-total abortion bans, instances of IPV surged by 7-10%, translating to approximately 9,000 additional cases. The study associates this rise with increased financial burdens on women, worsened mental health, and the danger of being tied to abusive partners. The research emphasizes the broader societal costs of restricting abortion access, estimated at $1.24 billion.
According to a new study, intimate partner violence increased by about 7-10% in U.S. counties with near-total abortion bans, leading to an estimated 9,000 additional incidents.
Restrictions on abortion access increase financial strain on women, contribute to worse mental and physical health, and bind women to violent partners, increasing intimate partner violence.
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