Abstract
Three moral principles provide an ethical basis for the management of unwanted pregnancy. The principle of liberty guarantees a right to freedom of action; the utilitarian principle defines moral rightness by the greatest good for the greatest number; and justice requires that everyone have equitable access to necessary goods and services. Applied to unwanted pregnancy, these principles yield the conclusion that women have a natural right to reproductive freedom, and a social right to family planning and abortion services.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 37-49 |
Number of pages | 13 |
Journal | International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics |
Volume | 30 |
Issue number | SUPPL. |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1989 |
Keywords
- Abortion
- Ethics
- Family planning
- Reproductive rights
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Obstetrics and Gynecology