About the book
\"A remarkable collection of scholarly essays, philosophical discussions, and ethical arguments concerning reproductive choices.\"
Choice
It seems as if every week there is a new case involving reproductive technologies that raises provocative, often painful questions: What policies should be followed by centers that preserve human embryos? Are such innovations as Norplant improvements over established methods of contraception? Should R.U. 486 be available in the U.S.? Is prenatal diagnosis an ethically acceptable step to limiting the number of disabled people?
These are just some of the vital questions explored in this timely work which offers incisive analysis of the plethora of issues raised by advances in reproductive medicine. The book's major section cover abortion, contraception, cryopreservation of gametes and embryos, surrogate motherhood, and psychosocial issues of in-vitro fertilization.
In each section, introductory essays by recognized authorities such as Elizabeth Bartholet and Andrea L. Bonnicksen are followed by critical articles by professionals in such fields as women's health, medicine, biology, sociology, politics, and philosophy. In assessing a technology, the authors present well-argued analyses of problems created by that technology, including views from advocates and practitioners that raise attendant ethical and practical issues.
Editions of Issues in Reproductive Technology
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- ISBN 9780814735169
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\"A remarkable collection of scholarly essays, philosophical discussions, and ethical arguments concerning reproductive choices.\"
Choice
It seems as if every week there is a new case involving reproductive technologies that raises provocative, often painful questions: What policies should be followed by centers that preserve human embryos? Are such innovations as Norplant improvements over established methods of contraception? Should R.U. 486 be available in the U.S.? Is prenatal diagnosis an ethically acceptable step to limiting the number of disabled people?
These are just some of the vital questions explored in this timely work which offers incisive analysis of the plethora of issues raised by advances in reproductive medicine. The book's major section cover abortion, contraception, cryopreservation of gametes and embryos, surrogate motherhood, and psychosocial issues of in-vitro fertilization.
In each section, introductory essays by recognized authorities such as Elizabeth Bartholet and Andrea L. Bonnicksen are followed by critical articles by professionals in such fields as women's health, medicine, biology, sociology, politics, and philosophy. In assessing a technology, the authors present well-argued analyses of problems created by that technology, including views from advocates and practitioners that raise attendant ethical and practical issues.
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What is Issues in Reproductive Technology about?
\"A remarkable collection of scholarly essays, philosophical discussions, and ethical arguments concerning reproductive choices.\"
Choice
It seems as if every week there is a new case involving reproductive technologies that raises provocative, often painful questions: What policies should be followed by centers that preserve human embryos? Are such innovations as Norplant improvements over established methods of contraception? Should R.U. 486 be available in the U.S.? Is prenatal diagnosis an ethically acceptable step to limiting the number of disabled people?
These are just some of the vital questions explored in this timely work which offers incisive analysis of the plethora of issues raised by advances in reproductive medicine. The book's major section cover abortion, contraception, cryopreservation of gametes and embryos, surrogate motherhood, and psychosocial issues of in-vitro fertilization.
In each section, introductory essays by recognized authorities such as Elizabeth Bartholet and Andrea L. Bonnicksen are followed by critical articles by professionals in such fields as women's health, medicine, biology, sociology, politics, and philosophy. In assessing a technology, the authors present well-argued analyses of problems created by that technology, including views from advocates and practitioners that raise attendant ethical and practical issues.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Issues in Reproductive Technology?
Society and Social Sciences > Society and culture: general > Social and ethical issues > Ethical issues, topics and debates > Ethical issues, topics and debates: reproductive health, abortion and birth control
Where can I read a sample of Issues in Reproductive Technology?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780814735169
How long is Issues in Reproductive Technology and how many pages does it have?
Issues in Reproductive Technology has 468 page(s)
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Issues in Reproductive Technology?
Helen B. Holmes, Joan Helmich
Who is the Publisher of the book Issues in Reproductive Technology?
NYU Press
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Issues in Reproductive Technology is available as paperback(ISBN 9780814735169)
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