Men may suffer from a form of sexual dysfunction such as impotency. Some become addicted to pornography and masturbation - allowing them to experience sexual gratification while maintaining control. Other symptoms include sleeplessness, panic attacks, poor coping skills, flashbacks, nightmares, self-imposed isolation or suicidal tendencies. The loss from abortion may have affected a man dramatically. However, he may not be aware that it could be the root-cause of his problems.
Society makes it doubly tough for men to deal with the aftermath of an abortion decision.
First, many psychologists don't acknowledge that women suffer psychological after-effects of abortion. As a result, they're even less likely to acknowledge his. Secondly, men are often taught as children that it is less than manly to show weakness or cry. It's OK to grieve for the baby you will never see or hold in your arms. It's OK to cry for your profound loss.