Description
Explores the impact of developments in pharmaceutical medicine in the twentieth century on a Christian ethical evaluation of transhumanism and future ‘hi tech’ medical enhancement technologies.
Suggests that the Christian ethical assessment of proposed future radical transhumanist biomedical technologies should be conducted in the light of responses to past medical advances.
Two specific case studies are featured, focusing on the oral contraceptive pill and on Prozac and SSRI antidepressants.
Author proposes an ethical framework for assessing novel biomedical technologies according to the effects on personal autonomy, embodiment and bodily life, and on the imago Dei.
Book Information
ISBN 9781032244006
Author Stephen Goundrey-Smith
Format Hardback
Page Count 232
Imprint Taylor & Francis Ltd
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 610g
