Envision your teenage daughter suddenly comes up to you and says, “I’m pregnant”. Your first instinct would be, “Are you serious?” or “You’re joking right?”. You are in shock, and you don’t know what to do. You are at a loss for words at the news that your daughter has a baby growing... Continue Reading →
Cosmetic Surgery for Minors
There are people who get cosmetic surgery because they want it, and there are those who get it out of need. Although teenagers should not be able to alter their physical appearance because of social standards, cosmetic surgery is still a right to those who need it. For our final exam grade, we are debating... Continue Reading →
Ban on Teens Getting Cosmetic Surgery -Isabella A., Julia M.
The topic for our final debate is about cosmetic surgery for teens. More specifically, Julia and I will be arguing in support of a bill in Germany that bans cosmetic surgery for minors. The bill may seem broad at first glance, but under the bill minors would still be able to get cosmetic surgery needed... Continue Reading →
The Right to Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness: Should Euthanasia Be Legal For Children? – Emily G., Krysta H.
In 2014, Belgium became the first country to remove any restriction on euthanasia. People in support of this motion argue that minors with terminal illness and cases with unbearable pain should be able to have the same right as an adult and decide on whether or not they want to end their life. A survey... Continue Reading →