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Moral individualism, viewing ethics as personal choice, is a flawed concept that erodes community. This perspective jeopardizes discussions on the ethics of elective death in dire situations.

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Area of Science:

  • Ethics
  • Social Philosophy
  • Moral Psychology

Background:

  • Moral individualism is a popular, non-theory-based view of ethics as personal choice.
  • It stems from contemporary focus on individuality and postmodernism's emphasis on self-reinvention.
  • This perspective lacks intellectual rigor and is a misconception of morality.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To critically analyze the concept of moral individualism.
  • To highlight its detrimental effect on moral communality.
  • To examine its impact on discussions regarding elective death.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis of moral individualism.
  • Examination of its social and philosophical underpinnings.
  • Exploration of its implications for ethical discourse.

Main Results:

  • Moral individualism abolishes moral communality, essential for ethical understanding.
  • It provides a flawed basis for personal moral decision-making.
  • The concept undermines productive dialogue on sensitive end-of-life choices.

Conclusions:

  • Moral individualism is a dangerous misconception that weakens societal ethical frameworks.
  • Re-establishing moral communality is crucial for addressing complex ethical issues like elective death.
  • Further research is needed to counter this trend and foster robust ethical discussions.