Choosing Down Syndrome: Ethics and New Prenatal Testing Technologies

Choosing Down Syndrome: Ethics and New Prenatal Testing Technologies

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2018 · English · Hardcover · 2 editions
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Chris Kaposy explores the complex ethical landscape surrounding prenatal testing for Down syndrome, advocating for a societal shift in perception towards welcoming children with this condition. He presents a thought-provoking argument for embracing diversity in human experience, urging readers to consider the joys and unique perspectives that individuals with Down syndrome can bring to families and communities.

By balancing a pro-choice stance with a deep compassion for those living with Down syndrome, Kaposy invites readers to rethink societal norms and the implications of modern testing technologies. His writing challenges the ethical implications of choosing to terminate pregnancies based solely on genetic outcomes, pushing for a dialogue that values all lives equally.

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Format Hardcover
Pages 240 pages
Language English
Published Apr 6, 2018
Publisher The MIT Press
Editions 2 editions
ISBN-10 0262037718
ISBN-13 9780262037716

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