Acquired Brain Injury: Regaining Autonomy & Independence
Introduction: Defining Autonomy in the Context of Acquired Brain Injury Autonomy, derived from the Greek words “auto” (self) and “nomos” (rule), fundamentally refers to the capacity of an individual to make self-governing decisions, free from controlling interference by others, while possessing the requisite cognitive abilities for meaningful choice. In the realm of psychology and bioethics, […]