Morally better, but the same? - The (possible) effects of Moral Bioenhancement on Personal Identity Cover Image

MAI MORAL, DAR ACELAŞI? – EFECTELE BIOAMELIORĂRII MORALE ASUPRA IDENTITĂŢII PERSONALE
Morally better, but the same? - The (possible) effects of Moral Bioenhancement on Personal Identity

Author(s): Alexandra E. Zorilă
Subject(s): Ethics / Practical Philosophy
Published by: Editura Academiei Române
Keywords: morality; bioenhancement; personal identity; moral values;

Summary/Abstract: This article offers an argument for taking into consideration theconcept of personal identity (narrowly understood) in the debate regarding moralbioenhancement, supported by the view in which personal identity represents a sourceof morality. I will argue that understanding the process of identity construction providesan insight into the complexity of the concerns associated with the possibility of moralbioenhancement. Moreover, introducing the element of personal identity in thisdiscussion could make it possible to identify the difference between subjecting theindividual to an intervention that puts her autonomy in danger, and helping her tohonour her own moral commitments, in order to live in accordance with a set of valuesconsciously chosen and for which she feels a sense of responsibility.

  • Issue Year: LXVI/2019
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 62-67
  • Page Count: 6
  • Language: Romanian, Moldavian