Towards responsible use of cognitive-enhancing drugs by the healthy

The authors statement is clear "In this article, we propose actions that will help society accept the benefits of enhancement, given appropriate research and evolved regulation. Prescription drugs are regulated as such not for their enhancing properties but primarily for considerations of safety and potential abuse. Still, cognitive enhancement has much to offer individuals and society, and a proper societal response will involve making enhancements ... Full Story »

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Mindy Phypers
4.3
by Mindy Phypers - Dec. 10, 2008

As is sometimes the case, new technology opens a new moral dilema. This well written article outlines the questions involved when healthy individuals have the capability to enhance mental functions with drugs, and which groups need to take the lead with discussions and appropriate regulation.

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