The Double-Edged Helix Social Implications of Genetics in a Diverse Society

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Synopsis

The Double-Edged Helix explores the impact of recent genetic discoveries on both different population segments and society as a whole. The authors address the medical and ethical implications of the new technologies, outlining potential positive and negative effects of genetic research on minorities, individuals with disabilities, and those of diverse sexual orientations. Presenting a wide array of perspectives, this book emphasizes the need to ensure that research into genetics research does not result in discrimination against people on the basis of their DNA.

Book details

Author:
Adrienne Asch, Jon Beckwith, Peter Conrad, Lisa N. Geller, Catherine Ard, Joseph S. Alper, Joseph S. Alpert
ISBN:
9780801877582
Related ISBNs:
9780801869648
Publisher:
Johns Hopkins University Press
Pages:
312
Reading age:
Not specified
Includes images:
No
Date of addition:
2020-11-04
Usage restrictions:
Copyright
Copyright date:
2003
Copyright by:
Johns Hopkins University Press 
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Categories:
Law, Legal Issues and Ethics, Medicine, Nonfiction