RT Article
T1 Lives Not Worth Living: Rethinking Autonomy and Assisted Dying in the Light of Profound Disability
JF Journal of disability & religion
VO 22
IS 3
SP 317
OP 330
A1 Ripamonti, Lidia
LA English
YR 2018
UL https://ixtheo.de/Record/1663287082
AB Autonomy in dying, as in living, is often considered the mark of a free and self-affirming human being. However, this idea clashes with the daily reality of many severely disabled people who live in complete dependency but not without dignity, joyful relationships, and meaningful participation in the lives of others. The author looks at the phenomenon of an anticipated death from a philosophical perspective and argues against overstating the importance of autonomy: Exploring positive dynamics of encounter and relational care can help discover the unique significance of those who are most vulnerable in our society.
K1 Autonomy
K1 assisted dying
K1 disability models
K1 profound disabilities
K1 Relational Identity
DO 10.1080/23312521.2018.1481804