| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10454165 | Biological Psychology | 2013 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
⺠We investigated the role of noradrenergic transmission in moral decision-making. ⺠The beta-adrenoceptor antagonist propranolol affected responses to moral dilemmas. ⺠Propranolol reduced the willingness to endorse utilitarian solutions involving harm. ⺠Propranolol also reduced heart rate and response times, and increased decisiveness. ⺠Blockade of noradrenergic arousal appears to increase aversion to harming others.
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Authors
Terbeck Sylvia, Kahane Guy, McTavish Sarah, Savulescu Julian, Levy Neil, Hewstone Miles, Philip J. Cowen,