Reproductive Coercion

Reproductive coercion refers to behaviors that interfere with a person's reproductive autonomy. It involves actions aimed at controlling someone's reproductive choices, often without their knowledge or against their will. This can include sabotaging birth control methods, pressuring someone to become pregnant or to terminate a pregnancy, or using threats or manipulation to influence reproductive decisions.

Additional Information

Reproductive coercion can occur in various forms:

1. Birth control sabotage: Intentionally damaging condoms, hiding or disposing of birth control pills, or removing contraceptive devices.
2. Pregnancy pressure: Repeatedly pressuring a partner to get pregnant or continue an unwanted pregnancy.
3. Pregnancy coercion: Threats or actions to force a partner to either continue or terminate a pregnancy against their wishes.

This form of abuse can have serious physical, emotional, and psychological consequences. It's important to note that reproductive coercion is a form of domestic violence and violates a person's fundamental right to make decisions about their own body.