Ethics and Moral Reasoning On Abortion

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own bodies. Sometimes in life mistakes happen, these mistakes cause people to analyze their lives and make decisions. These decisions are often influenced by obligations and what is the most beneficial, both are core principles of deontology and utilitarianism.
Abortion is one of those topics that unless a person is apparent of all the facts and details, their argument is invalid. When deciding whether or not to have an abortion it is important to research the risks. Depending on the timeline of the pregnancy, the abortion process and risks do vary, not just for the fetus, but also for the carrier. The first method is referred to as aspiration or as many know it, suction or vacuum aspiration which takes place between the six to sixteen weeks' gestation. This procedure is exactly what it sounds like, a suction device is inserted into the uterus to suction out the fetus and placenta. Like any surgery there comes side effects, which most commonly include cramping, nausea and ...

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risks are similar to D&E, but also induced emotional instability. It may appear that having an abortion is the worst thing in the world, but it is important to also consider what the consequences of keeping the child are.
Whether it was the fear of having an abortion, or religious values, keeping the child can be both equally harmful to the parent and child. The most common reasons people have abortions consist of rape, instability and simply not being ready. A rape victim who keeps the child, must be constantly reminded of the horrific event, which may cause long term depression. It is bad enough that the victim has to live with that idea, but it is unfair that they be constantly ...

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