
Contributions to this study are drawn both from health professionals engaged in genetic counselling and from observers and critics with backgrounds in law, philosophy, biology, and the social sciences. This diversity will enable health professonals to examine their activities with a fresh eye, and will help the observer-critic to understand the ethical problems that arise in genetic counselling practice, rather than in imaginary encounters. Most examinations of the ethical issues raised by genetics are concerned in a broad sense with the application of new technology to human reproduction. This volume focuses on genetic counselling and screening as such, providing valuable insights for the health professional, social scientist, philosopher, lawyer, and bioethicist.
How can the intersection of clinical practice, law, and philosophy provide a comprehensive understanding of the ethical challenges inherent in genetic counselling? Angus Clarke compiles a multidisciplinary analysis that bridges the gap between technical genetic application and the lived reality of patient care. By integrating perspectives from social scientists, legal experts, and philosophers, the text moves beyond theoretical bioethics to address the practical dilemmas faced by health professionals in clinical settings.
What You Will Find
Experts recognize this volume as a foundational interdisciplinary resource for those navigating the complex intersection of genetics and clinical ethics. Readers frequently note the text's ability to translate high-level philosophical inquiry into actionable insights for medical practitioners.
Page Count:
280
Publication Date:
2002-01-01
Publisher:
Taylor & Francis Inc
ISBN-10:
0203019393
ISBN-13:
9780203019399
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