The Bioethics Project
At Kent Place School
Tag: abortion
Tag: abortion
The Ethics of Abortion
The Ethics of Abortion: Examining the Ethicality of Abortion Through Various Ethical Frameworks By Annabelle Walter After Roe v. Wade was overturned with the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision, the question of access to abortion was put in the hands of state governments. Debates and protests surrounding abortion access quickly swept the nation,
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Balancing Religious Freedom and Patient Rights
Catholic Hospitals in the United States: Balancing Religious Freedom and Patient Rights By Priyanka Ray Table of Contents Introduction Autonomy The Principle of Double Effect Slippery Slope Conscientious Objection Religious Freedom in Corporations Conscience Clause Legislation Conclusion Introduction It might be surprising for most people to learn that twelve percent of hospitals in the United
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Abortion and Down Syndrome
Abortion and Down Syndrome: Is it Ethically Permissible to Abort a Fetus Because it has Down Syndrome? By Anjolie Charlot Table of Contents Introduction Factual Background Autonomy Fairness Social Implications Conclusion Introduction There are many reasons why a woman would have an abortion. Anything from finances to family can be a deciding factor. Some women
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The Ethics of Poland’s Reproductive Health System
Access to Autonomy: Examining the Ethics of Polish Reproductive Health Rights By Elizabeth Khidekel Religion has played an essential role in determining moral codes and guidelines throughout history. However, conflicting power dynamics often rise when societal influence starts dictating legislation and therefore, individuals’ ways of life. This paper details and analyzes the ethics of an
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