The Socially Responsive Self: Social Theory and Professional Ethics
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Larry May (Author)
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In this work, Larry May argues that socially responsive individuals need not be self-sacrificing or overly conscientious. According to the author a person's integrity and moral responsibility are shaped and limited not just by conscience, but also by socialization and moral support from the communities to which he or she belongs. Applying his theory of responsibility to professional ethics, May contends that current methods of professional socialization should be changed so that professionals are not expected to ignore considerations of personal well-being, family, or community. For instance, lawyers should not place client loyalty above concerns for the common good; doctors should not place the physical well-being of patients above their mental and spiritual well-being; scientists and engineers should not feel obliged to blow the whistle on fraud and corruption unless their professional groups protect them from retaliation.
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- Contributor: Larry May
- Imprint: University of Chicago Press
- ISBN13: 9780226511726
- Number of Pages: 217
- Packaged Dimensions: 15x23x1mm
- Packaged Weight: 340
- Format: Paperback
- Publisher: The University of Chicago Press
- Release Date: 1996-11-07
- Binding: Paperback / softback
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