Document Type
Article
Publication Date
Fall 2016
Abstract
The article provides an assessment of the burdens of continuing a pregnancy. Topics discussed include the burdens and costs of abortion, anecdotal evidence regarding feelings of regret after opting for abortion, reference to the book "A Defense of Abortion" by David Boonin, and the violinist argument, which must take account of the possible burdens of a crisis pregnancy.
Publisher Statement
Permission has been granted by The National Catholic Bioethics Center to supply this article for educational and research purposes. More information can be found about The National Catholic Bioethics Center at www.ncbcenter.org.
Recommended Citation
Christopher Kaczor, “Philosophy and Theology” Reflections on Interests and Regret, National Catholic Bioethics Quarterly 16.3 (Fall 2016): 515-521.
