Cyberspace Debates: Abortion

Abortion is a very controversial debate that has developed over decades. Personally I believe I would never have an abortion but there are many reasons as to why I think it depends on the situation and the people involved. Abortion should not be abused as a form of birth control or done during late-term. People that use this in such ways, are the main source of the issues behind this topic. Abortions should only be done in situations that concern other issues such as a product of rape or an unfit environment for a child due to financial or age issues. Being physically fit to have a baby is another concern and often a reason for early teens to have abortions. They are not physically or emotionally equipped to care for someone else when they, themselves are still maturing. It is also understandable as to why someone would not want to care for a child that was conceived during sexual assault. Having that constant reminder of the pain you were made to endure when looking at your child could cause serious issues for both the child and you. The financial aspect would mainly concern people without even enough money to support themselves let alone another person. Babies in their early years of life need numerous things in huge supply such as diapers and baby food which the cost of can be very expensive. If the parents are not able to provide for their child and the baby is made to suffer it is unfair to them. People in these situations however should know that they cannot care for a child and should take on more responsibility and be more careful to ensure the don't get pregnant so an abortion isn't necessary. Even though abortions shouldn't be used as a gateway out of an unplanned pregnancy, the right to have one in B.C. should not be refused. Abortions should still be able to take place but for more critical reasons than birth control.