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Therefore, Appalachians are likely to have a unique lens through which to view the use of self\u2010managed abortion. The purpose of this study is to better understand Appalachians' perceptions of self\u2010managed abortions.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Data was collected via an online survey. Participants were recruited by trusted community partners and boosted ads on social media. Inclusion criteria included pregnancy\u2010capacity, 18+ years old, living in an Appalachian county, and having a history of either considering or attempting self\u2010managed abortion. Open\u2010ended responses were coded using deductive thematic analysis guided by our theoretical framework.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>\n                      Participants [\n                      <jats:italic>N<\/jats:italic>\n                      \u2009=\u2009159] representing every Appalachian state responded to the survey. Three themes were identified: (1) self\u2010managed abortion is often a decision made in the absence of choice but can be empowering within these constraints, (2) anticipating failure: the expectation of failure and health complications for those using self\u2010managed abortion, and (3) connection with others is critical to having a more positive self\u2010managed abortion experience.\n                    <\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>These findings reveal that self\u2010managed abortion is often pursued not out of preference but due to barriers such as cost, legal restrictions, stigma, or lack of access to clinical care. 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