The Ethical Dilemma Facing Adulterous Affairs During Deployment
Abstract
Human beings are motivated by biological instincts toward the physical overthrow of perceived opposition. Is that statement true or is it an excuse for us as leaders and subordinates to commit an act that we know is ethically inappropriate such as adultery? When deploying to acombat zone we ask ourselves, am I going to live or die. We use that as an excuse to make us feel better about the unethical decisions that we make. You just do not partake regardless of your situation in some things. Ethics is the study of the general nature of morals and the specificmoral choices an individual makes in relating to others. Adultery is voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and a partner other than the lawful spouse. As leaders, we face ethical dilemmas daily. In conversations or actions with family, friends or co-workers we engage inethical conflict. Is this the right thing to do? We must acquaint ourselves with two important distinguishing features in order to understand ethics. They are character and values. One's individual attitude about the worth of people, concepts, and other things equal values. Characterdescribes who you are and contributes to how you act. Whatever the cost you know and do what is right. Even though that statement is true, we do not always do what is right. We learn our ethical values and character from childhood through experiences, reading, television, and colleagues.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 16, 2005
- Accession Number
- AD1129827
Entities
People
- Doris Ligon
Organizations
- United States Army Sergeants Major Academy