Rational Choice Theory On Abortion

A structural-functional approach that it should be possible for a pregnant woman to obtain a legal abortion in specific circumstances. Some functions of abortion include health, basic needs, and age. Meanwhile, “according to a

When examining the use of the birth control from this perspective, it is necessary to look at both the manifest and latent functions of birth control in American society. The manifest function, or intended effect (Henslin, 2014, p. 25), of contraception is to prevent pregnancy resulting from sexual intercourse. However, birth control also has latent functions, or effects that were not intended (Henslin, 2014, p. 25). Because pregnancies can be postponed or prevented through the use of contraception, latent functions of birth control include giving women the agency to choose when they will have children as well as how many they have. Since the approval of the birth control pill in May 1960 and its subsequent explosion in popularity (Christmas & Schultz, 2008), the average number of children born per woman steadily decreased from its peak of 3.67 in 1960 to 1.89 in 2015, according to data collected by the United Nations (2015). Family planning through the use of birth control has had the latent function of diminishing total fertility rates among American

The choice to become a mother must be given to the woman most importantly because it’s her body, her health, and she will be taking on a great responsibility. A woman’s choice to choose abortion should not be restricted by anyone; there are multiple reasons why abortion will be the more sensible decision for the female. Women who are victims of rape will always be in remembrance of their terrifying experience, which sometimes result in neglect and unfair treatment of the child due to the woman’s rape trauma syndrome. Women who are not financially stable that are pregnant and oppose abortion live in poverty. If abortions were banned it would increase illegal abortions which have critical effect to the woman’s health. Statistics estimate that the risk of death from an abortion is 0.6 in 100,000. The risk of death childbirth is 14 times higher, 8.8 in 100,000. If anti- abortion laws are implemented, it may increase at home abortions which

In 1960, the first birth control pill was put on the market. This was the first time a woman’s reproductive health was in her own control. Ever since the 1900’s women have been fighting for the right to their own reproductive rights (“The Fight for Reproductive Rights”). With the upcoming presidential election the right to obtain birth control and other contraceptives for women could be jeopardized, and taken out of the control of the woman. Thus, the history of birth control, the statistics of how it affects today’s society, why women should have the ability to obtain it easily, and how if outlawed it would not only hurt women, but also the economy are all important topics in the women’s rights movement and very relevant in modern day society.

Women do not always choose to have unprotected sex. Coercion, manipulation, rape and the abuse of alcohol and other drugs can deny a woman her right to act freely or use contraception.

An ethical dilemma today in society is that of abortion, which one would define as a deliberate end to a pregnancy. Various arguments exist questioning if an abortion is morally justifiable. Some say the state should decide on the legality of an abortion, some politicians say the federal government should decide, and many believe it should be up to the women since it pertains to their body. In this paper, I will analyze what a utilitarian’s perspective on abortion would be.

Thesis Statement: Abortion has been a major topic throughout the years, there has been much debate between pro-choice and pro-life but if people can come together to reach comprises it could help society make positive progress.

Any ethical person would say that it is morally wrong to kill any human being. An abortion involves killing a fetus. A fetus is a human being. Therefore, shouldn’t everyone agree that abortion is wrong? Natural Law Theory states that we discover the highest principle of natural law by looking at aspects of our human nature. Natural Law Theorists would agree that abortion is morally wrong and that it should be impermissible. First, Natural Law Theory believes that the body has a purpose, or “telos”, to reproduce. If someone were to have an abortion, they would be terminating the purpose of reproducing. That alone would make abortion morally wrong. Next, according to natural law theorist, Thomas Aquinas, we have a natural inclination to preserve

The choice over when and whether to have children is central to a woman's independence and ability to determine her future. A case by the Supreme Court

Research shows unintended pregnancies are associated with birth defects low birth weight, elective abortion, and maternal depression, reduced rates of breastfeeding and increased risk of physical violence during pregnancy (10 Colorado winnable battles). Teen mothers are more likely to drop out from high school and not earn high school diploma. Avoiding unwanted pregnancy helps to reduce social and economic costs that are expenditure on health care. Every $ 1.00 invested in publicly funded family planning saves 7.09 in Medicaid. Colorado has now more than 40 % drop in teen pregnancy because of CDPHE family planning initiative that provided services for more than 30,000 for low or no

Founded in 1916 by Margaret Sanger, the controversial federation known as Planned Parenthood continues to help millions of people internationally to resolve a variety of health problems. Because Planned Parenthood provides abortions, the government of the United States questions if it should continue to fund the clinic. However, there are several reasons, such as abortions, cancer screenings, and vaccines, that give rise to the federal subsidization of Planned Parenthood.

Abortion is a huge argument in the world today. “In 1973 the U.S. Supreme Court held in Roe V.Wade that the right of privacy protects women’s decisions to end unwanted pregnancy before the fetus develops.” By 2013, 70 restrictions to curb the practice of abortion from 22 states. (Funk & Wagnalls pg.1). In 2014, five health votes were examined by the House of Representatives regarding the matter of abortion. Everyone has a side to abortion from politics to democrats, people in religions to people with no religions, the people having the baby to someone who never had a baby before; everyone sees a different side to it. My believe on abortion is it should be Illegal because it kills innocent lives.

“Abortion -should it be a right of every woman in the present context- A critical analysis”

Birth control is highly effective, Oral contraception is 91-99% effective, (multiple sources say it varies depending on how well the user is using it, but general consensus that it is in this range of numbers) condoms are also highly effective as they are able to prevent 98% of pregnancies. This makes it extremely hard to have an unwanted baby unless something special happens. If you manage to impregnate a girl unintentionally without using these methods then you only have yourself to blame. Abortions create another safety net for this for people who are reckless. It’s a cycle, a man sleeps around (or woman), gets impregnated and then gets abortions because they don’t feel like using birth control. If people don’t live up to their consequences and stop, then they will most likely never stop. Also to note, birth control methods are fairly inexpensive too. Pills on average cost 15$-30$ per month and condoms normally cost about 1$ each or in some places 50 cents. If you can’t afford this then maybe sex should be the last thing on your

Attention Getter: The provision of sex education in schools has been a controversial subject matter among different education stakeholders ranging from parents to educators. A focus, however, on the prevalence of adolescents’ abortion, pregnancy, and HIV and AIDS rates indicates significantly high rates. Among the developed countries with liberal laws pertaining to abortion, United States, New Zealand and England have the highest rates of teen pregnancy at 57, 51, and 47 per 100 adolescents respectively (Sedgh et al. 5). In the Sub-Saharan