The Bioethics Project
At Kent Place School
By Miranda Santiago Abstract As a result of common misconceptions and misinformation surrounding mental health, psychiatric care is often stigmatized. Notions invalidating its legitimacy have been perpetuated throughout history, and more recently, social media along with the healthcare system. It is often difficult for a person to receive adequate psychiatric care as many healthcare systems
Read MoreThe Ethical Implications of Cosmetic Surgery and Autonomy Under the Beauty Industry By Olivia Santoro Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Introduction to Cosmetic Surgery Effect of Beauty Standards on Women Impact of Cosmetic Surgery on Mental Health Is purely aesthetic cosmetic surgery ethical if it can result in unintended or long-term harm to the patient?
Read MoreA School’s Responsibility in Providing Mental Health Support By Cece Reali Exploring the benefits of mental health services through a public health perspective, this paper addresses a school’s responsibility to provide mental health treatment services and asks larger questions such as, “How can/should schools provide and distribute resources like mental health services to those who
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