Steinbock Thinks Any Human Can Look at a Severely Disabled

question 16

Essay

Steinbock thinks any human can look at a severely disabled human and think, "That could be me," but cannot do this in the case of nonhumans. What is the moral significance of this fact, according to her? Is she right that it is a fact? If so, what significance do you think it has?

---

Definitions:

Muscle Strength

Refers to the ability of a muscle to exert force against resistance.

Body Mass Index

A measure of body fat based on height and weight that applies to adult men and women.

Range of Motion

The full movement potential of a joint, usually its range of flexion and extension; important in both diagnosis and treatment.

Health Promotion Programs

Initiatives designed to increase awareness and foster behaviors conducive to health improvement and disease prevention.