On the social pressure regrading genetic testing for incurable diseases, reonwed nerupsychologist Nancy Wexler of Columbia Univeresity states "our culture values knowledge, not ignorance." How do you interpret this statement, and what is your viewpoint?

Answer 1

I think Dr. Wexler meant that knowledge that a person will develop an incurable, genetic disease is preferable to ignorance.

What is your viewpoint?

Answer 2

very wise statement