Pharmacological Cognitive Enhancement: Examining the Ethical Principles Guiding College Students’ Abstention

Bavarian, Niloofar; Sumstine, Stephanie; Mendez, Jocelyne; Yomogida, Kyle; Figueroa, Wilma; Lam, Cammie

doi:10.1007/s12152-018-9389-0

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“…In line with prior research on the relation between moral attitudes and behavioral willingness (Ajzen, 1991 ; Sattler et al, 2013 ; Wiegel et al, 2016 ; Bavarian et al, 2019 ; Huber et al, 2022 ), we found that more positive moral judgments resulted in higher willingness to cooperate. Such moral judgments might be antecedents when individuals unconsciously or consciously develop a willingness to conduct a certain behavior.…”

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Cooperative behavior in the workplace: Empirical evidence from the agent-deed-consequences model of moral judgment

2023

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IntroductionMoral judgment is of critical importance in the work context because of its implicit or explicit omnipresence in a wide range of work-place practices. The moral aspects of actual behaviors, intentions, and consequences represent areas of deep preoccupation, as exemplified in current corporate social responsibility programs, yet there remain ongoing debates on the best understanding of how such aspects of morality (behaviors, intentions, and consequences) interact. The ADC Model of moral judgment integrates the theoretical insights of three major moral theories (virtue ethics, deontology, and consequentialism) into a single model, which explains how moral judgment occurs in parallel evaluation processes of three different components: the character of a person (Agent-component); their actions (Deed-component); and the consequences brought about in the situation (Consequences-component). The model offers the possibility of overcoming difficulties encountered by single or dual-component theories.MethodsWe designed a 2 × 2 × 2-between-subjects design vignette experiment with a Germany-wide sample of employed respondents (N = 1,349) to test this model.ResultsResults showed that the Deed-component affects willingness to cooperate in the work context, which is mediated via moral judgments. These effects also varied depending on the levels of the Agent- and Consequences-component.DiscussionThereby, the results exemplify the usefulness of the ADC Model in the work context by showing how the distinct components of morality affect moral judgment.

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Cooperative behavior in the workplace: Empirical evidence from the agent-deed-consequences model of moral judgment

2023

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“…The substantial correlation between the moral acceptability and willingness to use both devices [ 25 , 29 , cf., 65 ] could indicate that moral concerns are antecedents of intended or actual behavior. It can be argued that acting against moral concerns can evoke psychological consequences; acting in line with them can lead to positive emotions [ 66 – 68 ].…”

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“…This might be because religiosity often aligns with “traditional” worldviews, where the observed effects could occur due to the belief that using NTDs in medically unnecessary situations is “unnatural” and transgresses boundaries created by God [ 17 , 48 ]. Prior research also shows that concerns towards enhancement, and BCIs in particular, were stronger among religious individuals [ 17 , 65 ]. Interestingly, the willingness to use NTDs was uncorrelated to religiosity, which could indicate double standards.…”

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Public attitudes towards neurotechnology: Findings from two experiments concerning Brain Stimulation Devices (BSDs) and Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs)

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Pietralla

2022

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This study contributes to the emerging literature on public perceptions of neurotechnological devices (NTDs) in their medical and non-medical applications, depending on their invasiveness, framing effects, and interindividual differences related to personal needs and values. We conducted two web-based between-subject experiments (2×2×2) using a representative, nation-wide sample of the adult population in Germany. Using vignettes describing how two NTDs, brain stimulation devices (BSDs; NExperiment 1 = 1,090) and brain-computer interfaces (BCIs; NExperiment 2 = 1,089), function, we randomly varied the purpose (treatment vs. enhancement) and invasiveness (noninvasive vs. invasive) of the NTD, and assessed framing effects (variable order of assessing moral acceptability first vs. willingness to use first). We found a moderate moral acceptance and willingness to use BSDs and BCIs. Respondents preferred treatment over enhancement purposes and noninvasive over invasive devices. We also found a framing effect and explored the role of personal characteristics as indicators of personal needs and values (e.g., stress, religiosity, and gender). Our results suggest that the future demand for BSDs or BCIs may depend on the purpose, invasiveness, and personal needs and values. These insights can inform technology developers about the public’s needs and concerns, and enrich legal and ethical debates.

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Perspectives on Deterrents from Students Who Have Discontinued Prescription Stimulant Misuse and Diversion Behaviors

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Pharmacological Cognitive Enhancement: Examining the Ethical Principles Guiding College Students’ Abstention

Cited by 4 publications

References 14 publications

Cooperative behavior in the workplace: Empirical evidence from the agent-deed-consequences model of moral judgment

Cooperative behavior in the workplace: Empirical evidence from the agent-deed-consequences model of moral judgment

Public attitudes towards neurotechnology: Findings from two experiments concerning Brain Stimulation Devices (BSDs) and Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs)

Perspectives on Deterrents from Students Who Have Discontinued Prescription Stimulant Misuse and Diversion Behaviors

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