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ASA Sociology of Religion Section @asareligion.bsky.social · 1d

Congrats @amyadamczyk.bsky.social. Her book Fetal Positions: Understanding Cross-national Public Opinion about Abortion is the co-recipient of the 2025 Steven F. Messner Outstanding Book Award from the Association of Chinese Criminology and Criminal Justice. Available from Oxford University Press.

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Amy Adamczyk @amyadamczyk.bsky.social · 10d

What shapes abortion views across the globe? Check out my podcast with CMDA where we talk about my book, Fetal Positions.

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Understanding Global Views on Abortion: A Conversation with Dr. Amy Adamczyk –

Dr. Steve Willing explores the neuroscience behind what is often described as transgender identity as he examines brain imaging research, neuroplasticity, and the impact of puberty blockers.

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Amy Adamczyk @amyadamczyk.bsky.social · 14d

A missing piece of the puzzle for understanding religion and abortion is how religion shapes abortion decisions. Check out my article in The Conversation, which unpacks the linkages.

Amy Adamczyk @amyadamczyk.bsky.social · 14d

Religion often shapes someone’s view of abortion – but what about a woman’s actual decision?
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Religion often shapes someone’s view of abortion – but what about a woman’s actual decision?

Strong religious beliefs often shape disapproval of abortion – in the abstract. But when young women are actually deciding whether to terminate a pregnancy, faith’s role is more complex.

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Amy Adamczyk @amyadamczyk.bsky.social · 14d

Religion often shapes someone’s view of abortion – but what about a woman’s actual decision?
theconversation.com/religion-oft...

Religion often shapes someone’s view of abortion – but what about a woman’s actual decision?

Strong religious beliefs often shape disapproval of abortion – in the abstract. But when young women are actually deciding whether to terminate a pregnancy, faith’s role is more complex.

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Amy Adamczyk @amyadamczyk.bsky.social · Jun 26

Excited to share a piece in Politics and Rights Review based on my book -Fetal Positions. This article looks at how democracy, gender equality, and media freedom shape global abortion attitudes.

I’ll be discussing the findings tomorrow (Friday) at 9 AM EST: www.worldvaluessurvey.org/WVSNewsShow....

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Politics and Rights Review @polrightsrev.bsky.social · Jun 26

Prof. Amy Adamczyk (CUNY) explores why abortion views differ across countries. Using global data, she shows how democracy, media freedom, and gender equality shape public opinion. A sharp, timely study. @amyadamczyk.bsky.social politicsrights.com/how-democrac... #reproductiverights

How Democracy, Media and Gender Equality Shape Abortion Views

Explores how democracy, media freedom, and gender equality shape abortion attitudes across countries through cultural, political, and social lenses.

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Amy Adamczyk @amyadamczyk.bsky.social · Jun 24

Third anniversary of the Dobbs decision, changing US abortion access! If you are around on Friday, June 27th at 9 AM EST, please join the webinar related to my latest book --Fetal Positions! academic.oup.com/book/59237 Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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Amy Adamczyk @amyadamczyk.bsky.social · Jun 24

For understanding justifications for the Gaza conflict and how they vary based on residence in the US or Israel, check out my latest article!

Socius: Sociological Research for a Dynamic World @sociusjournal.bsky.social · Jun 3

💥 What shapes views on #violence and #morality?

Dr. @amyadamczyk.bsky.social’s #Socius study shows how Jewish students use #neutralization to justify—or reject—Israel’s actions, with clear national differences.

Read: doi.org/10.1177/2378...

Socius: Sociological Research for a Dynamic World @sociusjournal.bsky.social · Jun 3

💥 What shapes views on #violence and #morality?

Dr. @amyadamczyk.bsky.social’s #Socius study shows how Jewish students use #neutralization to justify—or reject—Israel’s actions, with clear national differences.

Read: doi.org/10.1177/2378...

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Amy Adamczyk @amyadamczyk.bsky.social · Mar 27

My New Books Network podcast on Fetal Positions: Understanding Cross-National Public Opinion about Abortion just dropped, and it’s Book of the Day! 📚🎙️ The podcast provides highlights and insider information about the survey and interview data, including discussions with experts in China & the U.S.

Amy Adamczyk, "Fetal Positions: Understanding Cross-National Public Opinion about Abortion" (Oxford UP, 2025) - New Books Network

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Amy Adamczyk @amyadamczyk.bsky.social · Feb 27

Curious about global views on abortion, including in China? Explore the factors shaping public opinion in my latest book, Fetal Positions.📚 #Abortion #GlobalViews #FetalPositions @conradhackett.bsky.social

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