Category: Ethics

  • Ethical and Legal Issues of Cyberbullying

    Cyberbullying is bullying using digital devices such as mobile phones, computers, and tablets. Cyberbullying can be carried out through text messages, social networks, forums, or online games where people can view, participate, or share content. Cyberbullying involves sending, posting, or transmitting negative, harmful, false, or offensive content about someone else. This may include sharing personal…

  • Instagram: Ethical and Legal Issues in The Content Production and Distribution

    Humanity lives in the globalized world of social media where connection regardless of the location became the norm. Platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn provide people with a fascinating opportunity to explore the world, stay in touch with their significant others, lead businesses and get jobs online. Indeed, a person without social media accounts…

  • Nursing: Qualitative Research and Ethical Considerations

    Table of Contents Background of Study Method of Study Results of Study Ethical Considerations Conclusion References Available nursing scholarship demonstrates that a research critique is often undertaken to not only provide feedback for improvement, but also to contribute to the body of nursing knowledge (Bosewell & Cannon, 2012). In this regard, it is important to…

  • Concept of Ethics in Health Care

    The relationships between representatives of various medical professions and patients form a complex social network through which individual, group, and state interests related to health issues are implemented. Different theorists interpret their attitude to the basic bioethical principles in different ways. Some see them as consequences of fundamental principles, while others insist on their theoretically…

  • Organ Transplant Allocation Ethics

    Organ transplants are scarce, so they should be allocated, and decisions should be made about who will receive the transplant. Those are hard decisions, as people’s lives usually depend on them: if one will not obtain the transplant, they will die, or their lives will be miserable. However, for now, there are no other choices,…

  • Stem Cells and Related Ethical Controversy

    Introduction Stem cell research has received a lot of public attention evoking mixed feelings and opinions. Some religious groups and politicians have strongly opposed the idea while scientists and a significant percentage of the public, are in support of the use of stem cells. Both parties have been leading campaigns to try to convince the…

  • Ethical Cases: Human Rights To Decide on One’s Life

    Table of Contents Background and Purpose Impact of the Case with Ayash Impact of the Case with Bouvia Involved Stakeholders Opposing Sides Autonomy and Beneficence Differences Conclusions Lessons Learned Background and Purpose These cases show complicated concerns that are related to decision-making and the intrusion of the government and family in the rights of a…

  • Doctors’ Ethics of ‘Cherry-Picking’ Patients

    Introduction The ethical issues in medicine are among the most complicated and most frequently discussed. One of the problems that recently appeared is the cherry-picking of patients by doctors. Another topic with ethical roots is an old one and is related to keeping patients alive and doctor’s decisions. The opponents do not come to a…

  • Counsellor’s Professional Role and Ethics in Canadian Context

    Counsellor’s Professional Role As a medical professional, a counsellor has the ability to work with people to promote their mental wellbeing and prosperity. Many individuals face problems during the course of their life, establishing a need for strong emotional and psychological support. The existence of a counsellor helps those that require professional aid in terms…

  • Navigating Ethics of Patient Confidentiality

    Table of Contents Ethical implications of a breach of confidentiality Ethical theories and principles A reasonable alternative using a decision-making framework Ethical committee’s approach to the dilemma References Ethical implications of a breach of confidentiality There are some responsibilities and ethical considerations that nurses are required to observe at any given time. One such consideration…