“Masturbating for me is a way to release some tension during the day. It feels great! How else are we supposed to deal with our raging hormones?”
—David, 17, PA
Parental Consent
A law that requires minors to get permission from one or both parents or sometimes a grandparent before getting an abortion. Not all states require parental consent. The process for getting consent in some states requires a young woman to get "written consent," such as a letter with a signature or a phone call between the required family member and the physician performing the abortion. For the most up-to-date information, call the National Abortion Federation hotline at 1-800-772-9100.
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