The variance in the general parent-child communication could for 24 to 44 per cent be explained by differences in the way in which families make use of media such as tv and video, computer games, books and strips. In general it is not the presence or consumption of media that have a positive or negative impact on the parent-child communication. The impact of media on communication is mediated by the type of parental media guidance and by the use of media as babysitters. In addition it was found that the working situation of the parents influences the use of media as well as parental media guidance. Abortion is one of the most serious socioeconomic problems in today's Russia.
Abortion remains the main method of fertility regulation.
Many women have four to five abortions during their life time. The consequences of abortion are dramatic for the reproductive health situation.