What to Consider Next?

Broad definitions tend to include more of the disputed cases like embryos. Narrow definitions tend to emphasize the qualities of adults and exclude the disputed cases.

Choose one of the options below. If you've been to this page before, you can make a new choice. After looking at some definitions, choose option #4 to follow the thread.

Look at a sample of a broad definition of personhood. Look at a sample of a narrow definition of personhood. Consider whether the concept of personhood can solve the problem. Continue on to develop your ideas about personhood.