Childhood Interests: what they are and why it matters.

  • Published In: Perspectives in Biology & Medicine, 2024, v. 67, n. 2. P. 197 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Bester, Johan C.; Blustein, Jeffrey 3 of 3

Abstract

This paper examines the concept and moral significance of "childhood interests." This concept is important in medical decision-making for children and more broadly in the field of pediatric ethics. The authors argue that childhood interests are identifiable components of childhood well-being that carry moral weight. Parents have a special role in protecting and promoting these interests and special obligations to do so. These parental obligations are grounded by the independent interests of the child, as well as the good of society more generally. Because parents have these child-rearing obligations, they must also have the authority and wide discretion necessary to fulfill them. However, while parental discretion is wide, it is not unlimited, for it must be used to safeguard and advance childhood interests. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Perspectives in Biology & Medicine. 2024/04, Vol. 67, Issue 2, p197
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Health and Medicine
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0031-5982
  • DOI:10.1353/pbm.2024.a929018
  • Accession Number:177568266
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