Introducing Bioethics: A Comprehensive Guide

By Irene Cambra-Badii, this book aims to introduce and discuss bioethics in a synergistic manner, covering its foundations, current debates, and future challenges. Targeting a diverse audience from life and medical sciences, law, philosophy, psychology, and education, it serves as a valuable resource for high school students, college students, teachers, researchers, and the general public interested in bioethical debates.

Foundations of Bioethics

This section delves into the fundamental principles and concepts of bioethics, providing a solid understanding of the subject matter. It explores the historical development of bioethics, its relationship with other disciplines, and the core ethical theories that underpin it.

Current Debates in Bioethics

This part of the book engages with contemporary issues in healthcare and social bioethics. It addresses topics such as end-of-life care, genetic engineering, organ transplantation, and public health policy, encouraging readers to think critically about the ethical implications of these issues.

Future Challenges in Bioethics

Looking ahead, this section discusses potential future challenges and opportunities in bioethics. It considers how advancements in technology, changes in societal values, and shifting global health priorities might influence the field of bioethics in the years to come.

Why This Book Matters

By providing a comprehensive overview of bioethics, this book fosters a deeper understanding of the complex ethical issues that arise at the intersection of life sciences, medicine, and society. It encourages readers to engage with these issues, promoting critical thinking, ethical awareness, and informed decision-making.

For Whom This Book Is Intended

This book is designed for a broad audience, including:

• High school students seeking an introduction to bioethics
• College students studying life sciences, medicine, law, philosophy, psychology, or education
• Teachers and researchers looking for a comprehensive resource on bioethics
• The general public interested in understanding the ethical dimensions of healthcare and life sciences

Publication Details

Published by CRC Press, December 1, 2023. Language: English. ISBN: 9781032217550, 9781003828846.