Practical ethics- abortion 2.0 / 5 based on 1 rating ? EthicsASEdexcel Created by: Anna CorwoodCreated on: 12-05-13 13:05 When does life start? Conception- catholic church. After conception- ensoulment. Birth- Mary Anne Warren 1 of 7 What is the issue with the sanctity of life and abortion? Only god can give and take life, natural law 2 of 7 When might the sanctity of life be over ruled for abortion? Doctrine of double effect, extraordinary means 3 of 7 What are the weaknesses of the sanctity of life argument in terms of abortion? Singer- specieism- favouring human life over animals. Can't cope with conflicting duties 4 of 7 How does quality of life relate to abortion? utilitarian- poor quality= justifiable- high pain, little pleasure. playing God. slippery slope. 5 of 7 What is Judith Jarvis Thomsons argument about abortion? Violinist example. Good Samaritans- don't have to if you don't want to 6 of 7 What are ethical approaches to abortion? Utilitarianism- individual situation. Natural law- Against, primary precepts. Kantian ethics- against, categorical imperatives. 7 of 7
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