The Principle of Double Effect in Bioethics
This episode explores The Principle of Double Effect—a foundational concept in Catholic moral theology and bioethics that addresses complex medical decisions where one action leads to both a positive and a potentially harmful outcome.
Through real-life examples such as palliative sedation and critical surgical interventions during pregnancy, this video unpacks the four key conditions that guide the ethical permissibility of such actions. Grounded in the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas, this principle challenges us to reflect not only on what we do, but why we do it.
Whether you're a healthcare professional, student of bioethics, or someone seeking moral clarity in a confusing world, this video offers insight, compassion, and a deeper understanding of moral decision-making.
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