Is genetic testing and genetic modification a positive choice for society? Society is responsible for launching rules and guidelines for the use of genetic technology, and this is a job in which bioethicists play a major role. Genetic engineering has been around for many years now. The well-being of research subjects and patients must be protected before certain experiments or treatments are conducted. Our society has evolved in its understanding of life to the point that we are able to manipulate it on an important level through technology. With the advancement of technology, it is now a race to see how fast and when scientist can decode human genetic information. This information will then lead to scientist discovering the genetics and desirable
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The possibility of manipulating our genes in order to improve our biological, as well as psychological nature, is a big problem. It is likely that it may lead to a new eugenics, and a very undesirable change in our human nature. There are also other ethical issues relating to genetic information and the consequences of having such information. For example, genetic discrimination and the ethics of genetic selection. I personally believe that we should not try to create the “perfect human.” With the advancements of technology, I feel that is where all this research will lead to and will only cause destruction and problems for society. In 2015, there is more than enough pressure on the average woman to be what society deems as beautiful. With the media constantly on celebrities and athletes, why work for the perfect features and desired traits when you can simply be born with them? Genetic modification will lead society into an unrealistic material world where everyone is made by scientists in laboratories versus two people who love each other and want to begin a family and conceive a child by having intercourse. The dangerous side effect to this genetic manipulation is losing traits for basic human survival. People might not want that feeling of fear so they get rid of that trait. This could cause people to die because …show more content…
Genetic testing for diseases could lead to those who are sick become treated and hopefully prevent any disease in the future. This would be a great option and best interest for those who are at high risks individuals. This could save and extend many lives. With rearranging our genetics, scientists could get rid of some of the deadliest diseases such as cancer and heart disease. Genetic testing and manipulation could lead to new discoveries that could save the human race from sickness and pain. With the idea of wanting to enhance our bodies physically, could we also expand them mentally? Would there be a way of being able to expand our minds so where are able to intake and remember more information? Could there be a way to get our minds to bring up those thoughts and memories in which we suppress into our subconscious mind? Could there be a way to rearrange our synapses and genetics so we are able to remember events that occurred while we were just infants? This process could also possibly rid any type of mental sickness and disorders. This could reverse the developments of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder and even depression. With films such as GATTACA, it makes you think that these scenarios are very possible and are in our near future. Only retaining the most desirable traits and
The possibility of manipulating our genes in order to improve our biological, as well as psychological nature, is a big problem. It is likely that it may lead to a new eugenics, and a very undesirable change in our human nature. There are also other ethical issues relating to genetic information and the consequences of having such information. For example, genetic discrimination and the ethics of genetic selection. I personally believe that we should not try to create the “perfect human.” With the advancements of technology, I feel that is where all this research will lead to and will only cause destruction and problems for society. In 2015, there is more than enough pressure on the average woman to be what society deems as beautiful. With the media constantly on celebrities and athletes, why work for the perfect features and desired traits when you can simply be born with them? Genetic modification will lead society into an unrealistic material world where everyone is made by scientists in laboratories versus two people who love each other and want to begin a family and conceive a child by having intercourse. The dangerous side effect to this genetic manipulation is losing traits for basic human survival. People might not want that feeling of fear so they get rid of that trait. This could cause people to die because …show more content…
Genetic testing for diseases could lead to those who are sick become treated and hopefully prevent any disease in the future. This would be a great option and best interest for those who are at high risks individuals. This could save and extend many lives. With rearranging our genetics, scientists could get rid of some of the deadliest diseases such as cancer and heart disease. Genetic testing and manipulation could lead to new discoveries that could save the human race from sickness and pain. With the idea of wanting to enhance our bodies physically, could we also expand them mentally? Would there be a way of being able to expand our minds so where are able to intake and remember more information? Could there be a way to get our minds to bring up those thoughts and memories in which we suppress into our subconscious mind? Could there be a way to rearrange our synapses and genetics so we are able to remember events that occurred while we were just infants? This process could also possibly rid any type of mental sickness and disorders. This could reverse the developments of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder and even depression. With films such as GATTACA, it makes you think that these scenarios are very possible and are in our near future. Only retaining the most desirable traits and