Ethical Dilemmas in Society: Insights from Liporetsky, Freud, and Rousseau
Unit 11: Liporetsky’s *The Twilight of Duty***
Structure and Theme
a. Structure: This text can be divided into three parts:
- Part I (lines 1-4): Introduction to the subject of bioethics. The problem statement is that ethics in the medical field must seek a balance between individual interests and the common good.
- Part II (lines 5-32): Development of the subject. Exposition and argument for the necessity of creating specific ethics in the medical field. The text specifically addresses human experimentation
Descartes, Locke, and Hume: 17th & 18th Century Europe
Descartes: Historical and Philosophical Context
Historical Context
The rise of England, France, and Holland coincided with the decline of Italy and Spain. This period saw numerous wars of religion, most notably the clash between the emerging Protestant bourgeoisie and the traditionalist Catholic feudal nobility.
The Thirty Years’ War (1618-1648):
- Began with the Bohemian Revolt of the Calvinists.
- Involved interventions from Denmark, Sweden, and France.
Sociocultural Context
This era witnessed the flourishing
Read MoreInternational Migration: Impacts on Origin & Destination
Factors That Promote and Restrict International Migration
Several factors promote international migration. Primarily, people move to improve their living conditions and employment opportunities. The differences in the demographic rhythms of developed and developing countries act as an intense and permanent impulse for emigration.
However, some factors restrict international migration. These include political obstacles, particularly when cultures are vastly different, or when it is difficult to assimilate
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Industrial Processes and Economic Sectors
Key Industrial Components: Raw materials, energy sources, technology, business organization, labor.
Industrial Specialization in Spain:
- Asturias: Mining
- Basque Country: Metallurgy
- Catalonia: Textiles
Tertiary Sector (Services):
- Transformation of resources from the primary sector.
- Provision of services.
- Shift due to new technologies and intangible activities.
Social Services: Planned obsolescence.
Patents: Exclusive rights granted by the government to inventors.
Submerged
Read MoreUnderstanding Concepts and Operational Definitions in Research
The Concept
The concept itself is a key element in the investigation. The conceptualization of a phenomenon is achieved through the determination of inherent properties that can be described through their similarities, differences, associations, and/or reinforcements. We can refer to any scientific theoretical system called a system of concepts or conceptual system.
“Now, we use these terms to represent phenomena or aspects thereof that we are investigating. Therefore, when we formulate a proposition,
Read MoreSociology’s Origins, Evolution, and Key Currents
Sociology’s Origins and Early Development
Sociology’s exact birth date is unknown, emerging from philosophy, alongside anthropology, psychology, and sociology. It’s believed to have begun around 1750, focusing on standards of living rather than philosophy itself. The period up to 1825 can be considered its gestation or prehistory.
Key Figures and Foundational Ideas
While several figures are recognized as founders, Auguste Comte is noted for his writings on social reality and the need for social rules.
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