Senator Gorson makes the case to his colleagues that there should be national legislation mandating parental consent for adolescent girls' abortions.He calls abortion a "medically dangerous procedure" and one that will "scar these young women for life." Research on his statements would seem to indicate that Senator Gorson is

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Research has shown that first trimester abortion is medically safe and does not increase the risk of future infertility or pregnancy complications. Additionally, a study of girls who had abortions showed that they had a decrease in anxiety after the procedure. While there may be psychological risks associated with abortion, such as depression, it is important to note that not all girls who have abortions will experience these risks and that the decision to have an abortion should ultimately be left to the individual and their healthcare provider. Therefore, Senator Gorson's statements are incorrect on both the medical and psychological risks of abortion.

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