Abstract
This paper offers a critique of a work by Susan Sherwin, "Abortion through a Feminist Ethics Lens," which takes the stance that abortion is appropriate within the individual contexts of many women's lives and should be determined by the needs and concerns of women - and not by the needs and concerns of the fetus. The paper outlines Sherwin's major conclusions on this important topic and the premises which underlie her position. The paper also notes several counter-arguments which can be raised in objection to her views. It concludes that while her article certainly has merit, she fails to satisfactorily consider the implications of her thought on some matters.

From the Paper
"Most non-feminist perspectives on abortion consider the moral or the legal permissibility of the act in isolation whereas feminist perspectives look at abortion within the context of institutions that (allegedly) seek to subordinate women. Also, whereas other perspectives look at abortion within the context of abstract constructions such as property rights, feminist perspectives seek to look at abortion within the context of a woman's particular needs when she chooses this course of action. Going further, feminists argue that the moral dimensions of the discussion extend beyond simply whether or not abortion is right or wrong; they must also include a discussion about whether or not abortion clinics and services are accessible to women contemplating an abortion."

Tags:Susan, Sherwin

Abstract
In this essay, the writer offers a critique of a work by Susan Sherwin, "Abortion through a Feminist Ethics Lens". The writer discusses that Sherwin's article takes the stance that abortion is appropriate within the individual contexts of many women's lives and should be determined by the needs and concerns of women - and not by the needs and concerns of the fetus.

From the Paper
"The next several pages outline Sherwin's major conclusions on this important topic and the premises which underlie her position; the paper also notes several counter-arguments which can be raised in objection to her views. In the end, while her article certainly has merit, she fails to satisfactorily consider the implications of her thought on some matters."

Tags:feminist, ethics, abortion

Abstract
Women have suffered from the effects of discriminatory employment practices throughout the history of America. Women have traditionally earned less and enjoyed fewer management positions than their male counterparts. The reactions from the feminist community in response to this inequitable share of the American pie have caused a number of misperceptions to develop regarding both the intent and the purpose behind the feminist movement. This paper provides an overview of feminist ethics, followed by an assessment of how the issue is viewed by contemporary feminist authors and observers. A summary of the research is provided in the conclusion.

From the Paper
"Tong says that in order for women to develop a new sense of identity and purpose, they must adopt some new ways of thinking about how the male and female roles have evolved through the ages, and what effect these roles have had on our society today. Tong makes the point that when hard-pressed, even the most ardent feminist, like a Democrat or Republican, might have a difficult time defining precisely what the term means. For this author, feminism is not a monolithic ideology that is restricted to one aspect of these traditional relationships, rather it is one that must recognize everyone's stake in the outcome."

Tags:Simone, de, Beauvoir, H?l?ne, Cixous, Jean, Genet

Abstract
Abortion is a serious political, social and legal issue which has always been highly contentious. In this paper, the writer studies the issue from ethical perspective and discusses its possible spiritual and psychological consequences. The paper concludes that abortion raises ethical, spiritual, social and psychological issues and it is against Christian values and results in hazardous consequences.
Outline:
Abortion and Ethics
Varying Viewpoints Regarding Abortion
Proven and Possible Consequences of Abortion
Spiritual Consequences
Psychological Consequences
Conclusion
Works Cited

From the Paper
"In 1989, the survey conducted by Los Angeles Times discovered that "56% of women who had abortions felt guilty about it, and 26% "mostly regretted the abortion" (). Problems related to after-affects of abortion have been clinically proven and are called PAS. Research proves that "women suffering PAS may experience drug and alcohol abuse, personal relationship disorders, sexual dysfunction, repeated abortions, communications difficulties, damaged self-esteem, and even attempt suicide. Post-Abortion Syndrome appears to be a type of pattern of denial, which may last for five to ten years before emotional difficulties surface" (Is Abortion safe?)."

Tags:pro, life, pro, choice, psychological, christian

Abstract
This paper examines the underlying ethical arguments of both sides of the abortion debate, using Ronald Dworkin's "sanctity of life" principles. In this article, the writer includes all forms of abortion, from early fetal abortion through the RU46 drug to late-term abortions, from abortions out of "convenience" to abortions in cases of rape and incest. The essay evaluates how the anti-abortion crusade has framed its campaign on the personhood and the rights of the unborn fetus. The second part looks at the pro-abortion movement, which has framed its issue as a campaign for women's rights to privacy and reproductive freedom. The writer concludes that both pro- and anti-abortion factions have a common interest in seeing a society with no abortion, where the stigma and economic concerns attached to unwanted pregnancies no longer apply.

Outline:
Abortion and Ethics
Anti-Abortion Arguments
Pro-Abortion Arguments
Works Cited

From the Paper
"All these scientific arguments about fetal heart rates and brainwaves serve to tie abortion to a greater and more clear-cut moral issue - murder. At issue is what Ronald Dworkin terms people's belief in "the sanctity of life," a multidimensional value measured in several factors. First, life itself has an instrumental value, because everyone's life can contribute to the interests and well being of society as a whole. Second, life has a personal value, a good or personal worth to the living individual. Finally, beyond the instrumental and personal, life also has an intrinsic value. This intrinsic value exists independently of other people's valuation, regardless of the beliefs of its possessor or other observers."
"By proving that a fetus has a heartbeat, distinct DNA and brainwaves, through graphic films showing how a fetus reacts to shock and pain, the anti-abortion camp is focusing on what Dworkin identifies as the intrinsic value of life."

Tags:unborn, fetal, women's, rights, reproductive

Abstract
This paper delineates three ethical theories as they relate to the idea of whether it is moral and/or ethical to have an abortion. Each theory is delineated and the position it would dictate regarding abortion is stated. Several conclusions are then formulated on the basis of the discussion.

From the Paper
"Cahn and Markie define ethics as a set of standards for human conduct to be used in governing the behavior of individuals and groups. As a branch of philosophy the authors report that the focus of ethics is upon the norms of human conduct. The purpose of this paper is to examine the question of whether abortion is ethical, moral from the perspective of diverse ethical theories. These specific ethical theories that are examined are Value..."

Tags:abortion, virtue theory, rights theory, ethics, moral

Abstract
Examined here is the seemingly intractable debate that has garnered much debate and philosophical discourse. Is abortion unethical? If so, on what grounds? Does a fetus have an unquestionable right to life? The arguments of three philosophers, Thompson, Warren, and Marquis attempt to construe argument devoid of appeal to religious sources. Actual logical arguments are put forth and then dissected by the author. Instruction of Informal fallacies also included, as well as topics such as debate through analogies, Criteria of Personhood, and Potentiality theories: FLO theory.

From the Paper
"First let us begin with an argument derived from the article by Judith Jarvis-Thompson entitled, "A Defense of Abortion." She starts of with explaining the common pro-life argument, which relies heavily on the premise that a fetus is a human being and a person at the moment of conception. While examining the continuous expectancy that the fetus constantly develops into a child, she from this judges that to draw a line of personhood from this point or another is to exemplify the argument with an arbitrary carelessness. She makes no attempt to refute a fetus as a person or otherwise. To do so she deems as participation in a "slippery-slope argument." Thompson acknowledges that the fetus is a human well before it's birth, for it would be biologically unsound to state otherwise. Based on her take of the anti-abortionist's argument an acorn (a potential oak tree) would be viewed in the same way as an Oak tree is, even though that this is an incorrect and rather crude observation. From this basis, she says on cannot make a good examination until a better counter-argument is examined and then she says we will have more sufficient grounds on which to reject it or not."

Tags:analogy, debate, discourse, ethics, informal, life, logic, personhood, philospohy, political, science, theory

Abstract
This paper discusses the pros and cons of abortion. It examines issues such as the right of the woman to decide versus the right of the child to live, the view of the majority of Americans, abortion in the historical perspective, psychological effects on the woman and the threat to the mother's health.

From the Paper
"Much has been written on the issue of abortion both in the popular press and in the philosophical literature. The debate focuses on two distinct issues: (1) whether a human fetus has a right to life, and, if so, (2) whether the rights of the mother ever override the fetus's right."

Tags:Abortion, Law, Health

Abstract
This paper discusses the complicated issue of abortion. The paper reviews the two perspectives of feminism and nursing, each offering guidelines for decisions related to abortion. In addition, the College of Nurses suggests particularism in its guidelines for ethical behavior, abortion involves killing. The paper reports that according to Savulescu "abortion is the killing of a fetus...the fetus is deprived of a future of value". Kavanaugh holds that abortion is a massive violation of human rights and is the murder of a defenseless human being. The paper further discusses how issue of abortion can be defined as one between the rights of the fetus and those of the mother.

Tags:utility, deontology, debate

Abstract
This paper studies the topic of abortion. The paper begins with some basic statistics on abortions throughout the world and defines an abortion as the termination of pregnancy at any time before birth and which results in, or is accompanied by, the death of the fetus. The paper then offers an explanation of the different methods of aborting a fetus, which include vacuum aspiration, dilatation and curettage. The paper explores the reasons why some women seek to abort their pregnancies and looks at the issue within American society.

Contents:
Introduction
Abortion
Methods of Abortion
Why Women Seek Abortion
Legalization of Abortion in the USA
The Social and Ethical Issues of Abortion

From the Paper
"Abortion has been practiced since ancient times as a crude method of birth control. Many religions banned or condemned it, but it was not considered illegal until the 19th century. At that time, especially in 1803 in England, abortion was banned after the fetal movement, or quickening, could be felt by the mother. It was, hence, likewise banned in Asia, Africa, and Latin America, as well as in many states in the United States."

Tags:society, medical, pregnancy, roe, wade, termination, fetus, fetal