consequentialism
A ethical theory that holds that the consequences of a moral choice are the only thing that matters.
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Videos Mentioning consequentialism
Legalising Assisted Suicide? - Medical Ethics and Law
Ali Abdaal
A philosophical approach where the morality of an action is determined by its outcomes, often used in arguments for assisted suicide based on reducing suffering.
How to answer Medical Ethics interview questions
Ali Abdaal
An ethical theory that judges the morality of an action based on its outcomes or consequences.
The Drowning Child Problem
Sam Harris
A ethical theory that holds that the consequences of a moral choice are the only thing that matters.
The Fall of Sam Bankman-Fried (Episode #303)
Sam Harris
An ethical framework where the morality of an action is judged by its outcomes, which Sam Harris argues is a more accurate lens for evaluating actions.
Making Sense Of Foundations of Morality
Sam Harris
A category of ethical theories that judge the morality of an action based on its outcomes or consequences.
Moral Knowledge: A Conversation with Erik Hoel (Episode #305)
Sam Harris
A theory of morality where the morality of an action is based solely on its outcomes or consequences.
Existential Risk: A Conversation with Toby Ord (Episode #208)
Sam Harris
Ethical theories that judge the morality of an action based on its outcomes or consequences.
A Conversation with Paul Bloom (Episode #198)
Sam Harris
The ethical framework of evaluating actions based on their outcomes, discussed in relation to evaluating past events like Chernobyl and the pandemic.