Basic Moral Theories

Just as morality is inherent and inseparable from healthcare, it is also key infrastructure into our personal decisions. Moral theories provide us the necessary framework to make decisions for ourselves and others, think critically about complex or emotional situations in our lives, and otherwise define our purpose for living. For centuries, philosophers have aimed to qualitatively analyze moral frameworks that the world should run by - what is right, and what is wrong. Explore these differing theories through the buttons below.

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As you begin your exploration, remember that real-world situations call for a mix and balance of multiple theories in order to respond to the complexities of actual moral dilemmas. As you read, think about similarities and differences between these theories, and how you yourself would balance them.