Medico Moral Torture - A Philosophical Approach to an Undefined Option (original) (raw)

This paper explores the concept of Medico Moral Torture (MMT), which exists in the intermediate realm between outright torture and humane treatment. It discusses the paradox where practitioners may justify mild coercion for perceived greater good while still being aware of the ethical implications of their actions. The authors highlight the ongoing persistence of torture despite international laws and conventions against it, and suggest that while all forms of torture are inexcusable, there is a need to understand and delineate the boundaries of MMT. The paper posits that further research could lead to insights on the nature of torture and its potential reduction through ethical interrogation practices.