Abstract
The principle of vulnerability is a specific principle within European Bioethics. On the one hand, vulnerability expresses human limits and frailty on the other hand it represents moral and ethical action principles. In this paper a discussion on the relationship between the concepts of autonomy, vulnerability and responsibility is proposed and presentation of some possible applications of the principle of vulnerability within bioethics. In conclusion, some potential benefits of applying the principle of vulnerability as well as possible difficulties in its application are highlighted.
Language: English
Page range: 181 - 186
Published on: Dec 28, 2016
Published by: University of Prešov
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
Publication frequency: 2 issues per year
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