Explain the main ethical concerns arising in Mary’s case and evaluate their significance for this case.

Law & Ethics Mental Health Ireland

Mary is 20 years of age. She was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and has been engaging with adolescent and adult mental health services for the past 5 years. Her mental health had improved and stabilised over the last 18 months. She lives alone in a small apartment close to her parents with whom she has had a close, but conflictual relationship since her teenage years. Her entire family is very active in their local church and she often joins them at religious services. Her parents alerted her community mental health team two months ago, saying that she seemed increasingly irritable, had stopped her usual activities and had withdrawn from them.
Advise Mary whether she can lawfully terminate her pregnancy.
Explain the main ethical concerns arising in Mary’s case and evaluate their significance for this case.