Autonomy in Vulnerable Populations: A Comprehensive Analysis

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[...] The goal is to strive for more equity in practices. Olivia Gross is also the author of the book 'patient engagement for the healthcare system' published in 2017 by the Doin publishing house. This previous book aimed to demonstrate the added value of user engagement in the healthcare system, whether through practice, initial or continuous training. The goal is therefore different from her latest book (towards an empowerment mobilization) where reflections around the notion of autonomy are the essence of this book, which is relatively dense (over 220 pages and 330 sources). [...]

[...] This critique is marked by humility as the author is in a constructive approach of research for the solution, the truth to the problem posed. This work is exclusively focused on the human and in this regard, it sparks hope in a sector increasingly dehumanized by mercantile practices (Castanet the gravediggers: revelations on the system that mistreats our elderly, 2022). Lectures of proximity Cf personal comments Personal objectives - Deepen my knowledge on the fight for autonomy of dependent people ; - Strengthen understanding of the needs of people in a situation of dependence ; - Fight for a better consideration of their specificities. [...]

[...] she proposes a comprehensive overview of the definitions and uses of the concept of autonomy according to these four different sectors. These are the ones that should be associated with a set of norms and practices. This set is modeled by a pyramid on the last page of the book. At the top of this pyramid is the autonomy of individuals. This is based on several underlying levels. At the base of the diagram are social representations and structural actions. This pyramid has at its center all the disciplines revolving around autonomy. [...]

[...] This polysemous nature of autonomy is also the source of its complexity. Indeed, the author has logically observed the theoretical and practical difficulties of professionals in the sector in understanding this concept concretely. On the one hand, they are confused about the appropriate use of the concept (theoretical confusion), and on the other hand, this confusion inevitably has an impact on the support of people in need (practical confusion). This practical confusion is also one of the major reasons that led to the writing of this book. [...]