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Personal Autonomy
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Definition
: Self-directing freedom and especially moral independence. An ethical principle holds that the autonomy of persons ought to be respected. (Bioethics Thesaurus)
See Also
Paternalism
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Professional Autonomy
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Self Concept
Other names
Self Determination; Free Will; Autonomy, Personal