Summary
A study by researchers from George Washington University, UNC-Chapel Hill, and the University of Michigan found a sharp rise in permanent contraception among young adults after Roe v. Wade was overturned.
Tubal sterilizations rose 70%, and vasectomies increased 95% in states likely to ban abortion, particularly among those aged 19-26.
Concerns about losing reproductive autonomy and access to abortion or birth control drove this surge.
The findings highlight heightened fears post-Roe and reproductive decision-making among young adults.
Yup. Two of my clients are in the process of obtaining sterilization because they are terrified it will no longer be an option under Trump. And we live in CO, where abortion rights are present.