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Ethics is a philosophical study of moral actions. Ethics attempts to determine what is valuable for individuals and society. It examines the rational justification of moral judgments and analyzes what is morally just, fair, and right. Bioethics is a sub-discipline of applied ethics that analyzes the philosophical, social, and legal issues in life sciences and medicine. Ethical theories serve as a foundation for decision-making and represent the viewpoints from which people seek direction. They...
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Reconceptualizing Autonomy for Bioethics.

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    This study explores autonomy in bioethics, proposing a substantive, perfectionist approach. This model enhances understanding and application in complex cases, particularly in genomic medicine.

    Area of Science:

    • Bioethics
    • Moral Philosophy
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    Background:

    • Autonomy is crucial in bioethics, yet its definition lacks consensus.
    • Existing bioethics literature often relies on a 'default' conception of autonomy.
    • Critiques highlight the need for a more robust and applicable understanding.

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    • To critically evaluate three conceptions of autonomy: default, procedural, and substantive/perfectionist.
    • To advocate for a substantive, perfectionist approach to autonomy in bioethics.
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  • Applying concepts to scenarios in genomic medicine.

    • Main Results:

    • The default conception of autonomy is insufficient for complex bioethical scenarios.
    • A substantive, perfectionist account of autonomy meets critical criteria for bioethics.
    • This approach offers a more conceptually adequate and practically applicable framework.

    Conclusions:

    • A substantive, perfectionist approach provides a superior understanding of autonomy in bioethics.
    • This model is applicable in practical settings, such as genomic medicine.
    • It empowers healthcare professionals to better support patient autonomy.