Sociology 12/5

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Criminology

Lecture on Hypnotically Refreshed Testimony

Discussion: Should hypnosis, and similar techniques, be used in the criminal justice system? Why or why not?

I hope all of you have found someone to interview for your project. If you are still having trouble locating someone, I may be able to arrange something for you. Please come to me after class with questions or concerns.


Death and Dying

Lecture on Euthanasia

Discussion: Considering the ramifications personally as well as socially, do you believe people have the "right to die"? Should people be able to choose when to end their lives absolutely, should there be laws that allow only physician-assisted suicides and how should they be written if so, or should no one be able to make that choice for themselves?

And for your information, you will be having a final exam. Please begin reviewing your course materials. A study guide will be made available at a later date.

Comments

Re: Death and Dying

[stykera]

Stark sat quietly through the lecture, making an occasional note. Then he considered the discussion topic for a moment before speaking.

"Yes, they have the right to die. Sometimes that's the only thing left. Keeping someone alive against their will is wrong. Very wrong. Don't let them do it lightly, but you have to let them die if it's what they want. Or what they need. Can't just keep them alive because it suits you."

Re: Death and Dying

[drgrissom.livejournal.com]

Grissom looks solemn, but intrigued by Stark's thoughts. "But don't those who are dying have a reponsibility to those that they love and are leaving behind?"

Re: Death and Dying

[stykera]

"Yes. You should always consider those you love, those you'll be leaving. It's not a decision to be made lightly. But if it's your life, it should be your decision. Freedom in death is just as important as freedom in life, I think."