the termination of a pregnancy by removal or expulsion of an embryo or foetus

an Act of Parliament in the UK that legalised abortions by registered practitioners and regulated them by law

a non-surgical procedure to terminate a pregnancy using pharmaceutical drugs

a surgical procedure to remove the foetus or embryo from the uterus

Abortion

RSHE (PSHE)

Pregnancy

The fertility cycle

Assisted conception

Healthy pregnancies

Unintended pregnancy

This unit provides information on abortion, pregnancy, miscarriage, healthy pregnancies, the fertility cycle, assisted conception, and choices for unintended pregnancy.

Healthy intimate relationships: What are my choices in pregnancy?

Depiction or discussion of abortion, euthanasia, organ donation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of sex or sexual body parts, including sex education.

Depiction or discussion of sexual content

a procedure to terminate a pregnancy using pharmaceutical drugs

Match the words to their correct definition.

The Abortion Act (1967) applies to {{}}, Scotland and Wales.

Who must approve an abortion in cases that are not medical emergencies under UK law?

A medical abortion is a {{}} procedure that uses medication to end a pregnancy.

To provide accurate information about procedures

To pressure the individual into making a decision

To address physical and emotional concerns

Which of the following is **not** a reason why support from health professionals is important when making decisions about abortion?

Abortions after {{}} weeks are allowed only under specific conditions.

a pregnancy that was planned at the time of conception

a pregnancy that was not planned or intended at the time of conception

An abortion is a medical option for {{}} a pregnancy.

using only social media to find information

using unreliable and unverified information sources for advice

discussing all options with a healthcare professional

Which of the following is a possible way to manage an unintended pregnancy?

a thin cover used during sex to prevent pregnancy and infections.

infections that spread through sexual contact.

a small device placed in the womb to prevent pregnancy.

Match the words to their correct definitions:

Which types of support might be available for someone managing an unintended pregnancy?

Sarah, because she is an adult and it is her pregnancy.

Sarah’s parents, because they are her legal guardians.

Sarah’s doctor, because they are responsible for her medical care.

Sarah is 21 years old and has recently found out she is pregnant. Who makes the final decision about what to do in this situation?

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Abortion

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.