Over the past century, society's views towards homosexuality have shifted significantly. Historically, being gay was seen as a mental illness, but that is no longer the case today. In this article, I...
How Should Autonomy Be Weighed Against Societal Concerns in Determining Eligibility for Gender-Affirming Care?
Autonomy is the ability to make choices about one's life based on personal values and...
The history of forced sterilization is deeply rooted in discriminatory policies that have been implemented throughout various periods, countries, and communities, particularly in relation to certain...
The concept of bodily autonomy is one that has been debated for centuries in medical ethics. It refers to the right of individuals to make decisions about their own bodies without external influence,...
Coercive medical interventions refer to any medical procedure that is forced upon an individual without their consent, often for political, social, or economic reasons. These interventions can range...
In the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, European and American physicians and psychiatrists began to develop increasingly intrusive methods for diagnosing and treating homosexuality....
Medical Intervention for Intersex Individuals Without Consent
The term "intersex" refers to people born with variations in their reproductive anatomy that do not conform to traditional male/female...
Medical ethics are guidelines that govern the conduct of healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and allied health workers. They dictate how these individuals must treat their...
The debate on whether euthanasia is an acceptable practice has been around for quite some time now.
It takes on a new dimension when one considers the intersection between cultural, religious, and...
Doctors must always consider what is best for their patients, even if it means taking away some of their personal freedom. Patients have rights that doctors must respect, but these rights are limited...