The Dissenter

#1005 Joshua May - Neuroethics: Agency in the Age of Brain Science

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Oct 11, 2024
Joshua May, a Professor of Philosophy and Psychology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, dives into neuroethics and its implications on free will. He discusses how brain manipulation and medical interventions challenge our concepts of agency and identity. The conversation explores mental health stigma and the ethics of pharmaceutical approvals, highlighting the complexities of defining mental disorders. May also tackles neuromarketing’s impact on consumer behavior and the ethical debates surrounding moral enhancement, emphasizing a nuanced approach to neuroscience.
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