| Religion, infertility and assisted reproductive technology. | |
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PMID: 17110170 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
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This chapter describes religion in general before discussing the centrality of its concern for family formation. In light of this, the impact of infertility on religious people is considered. Recognizing religion's cautiously positive attitude towards assisted reproductive technology (ART) as a potential ally in the project of family formation and the relief of infertility, two areas that have caused concern for the religions are discussed: perceived threats to marriage and the sanctity of the human embryo. Throughout the chapter, illustrations are drawn from particular religions, including Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism. There are striking similarities in their concerns and in the range of their responses to ART. Ways in which medical personnel should take into account the religious dimensions of the experience of infertility in their care for patients are suggested. |
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Authors:
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Andrew Dutney |
Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Review Date: 2006-11-14 |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Best practice & research. Clinical obstetrics & gynaecology Volume: 21 ISSN: 1521-6934 ISO Abbreviation: Best Pract Res Clin Obstet Gynaecol Publication Date: 2007 Feb |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2007-03-05 Completed Date: 2007-12-06 Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 101121582 Medline TA: Best Pract Res Clin Obstet Gynaecol Country: England |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 169-80 Citation Subset: IM |
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Flinders University, Parkin-Wesley College, 34 Lipsett Terrace, Brooklyn Park SA 5032, Australia. andrew.dutney@flinders.edu.au |
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Female Humans Infertility, Female Pregnancy Religion* Reproductive Techniques, Assisted* Women's Rights |
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