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Further thoughts on double effect: some preliminary responses.

Joseph Boyle

    The Journal of Medicine and Philosophy
    |October 1, 1991
    PubMed
    Summary

    This paper offers preliminary responses to complex questions about the doctrine of double effect (DDE). It aims to clarify the ethical principle by addressing key challenges raised by contemporary scholars.

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    Area of Science:

    • Moral Philosophy
    • Ethics
    • Applied Ethics

    Background:

    • The doctrine of double effect (DDE) is a principle used in ethical analysis.
    • Scholarly debate continues regarding the precise application and justification of the DDE.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To provide preliminary responses to critical questions posed by Donagan, Marquis, Nelson, and Quinn concerning the DDE.
    • To contribute to a clearer understanding and further clarification of the doctrine of double effect.

    Main Methods:

    • Philosophical analysis
    • Response to scholarly critiques
    • Conceptual clarification

    Main Results:

    • Identified key challenging questions regarding the DDE.
    • Offered initial clarifications on specific aspects of the doctrine.

    Conclusions:

    • Further scholarly dialogue is necessary for a comprehensive understanding of the DDE.
    • The preliminary responses aim to facilitate ongoing clarification of this ethical principle.
    Keywords:
    Analytical ApproachBioethics and Professional EthicsPhilosophical Approach

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