Doing Dignity: Ethical Praxis and the Politics of Care: By Christa Teston, Johns Hopkins University Press, 2024, 180 pp., ISBN 9781421448763.
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| Title: | Doing Dignity: Ethical Praxis and the Politics of Care: By Christa Teston, Johns Hopkins University Press, 2024, 180 pp., ISBN 9781421448763. |
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| Authors: | Maher, Lauren (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | Journal of Loss & Trauma. 2025, Vol. 30 Issue 8, p1273-1275. 3p. |
| Subjects: | Wheelchairs, Dignity, Ethical decision making, Caregivers, Terminal care, Medical ethics, Hospice care, COVID-19 pandemic |
| Abstract: | The article discusses "Doing Dignity: Ethical Praxis and the Politics of Care," a book by Dr. Christa Teston that explores the concept of dignity as a dynamic interplay of autonomy, care, and justice, particularly in end-of-life contexts. Teston, a professor at Ohio State University, argues that dignity is not an isolated concept but is realized through relationships and ethical interactions, emphasizing the importance of mutual respect and empowerment. The book includes case studies on caregiving during the COVID-19 pandemic, death-with-dignity legislation, and the experiences of wheelchair users, illustrating how dignity is negotiated in various professional settings. Ultimately, Teston advocates for a deeper awareness of how everyday interactions and discourse shape dignity in both clinical and personal environments. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Abstract: | The article discusses "Doing Dignity: Ethical Praxis and the Politics of Care," a book by Dr. Christa Teston that explores the concept of dignity as a dynamic interplay of autonomy, care, and justice, particularly in end-of-life contexts. Teston, a professor at Ohio State University, argues that dignity is not an isolated concept but is realized through relationships and ethical interactions, emphasizing the importance of mutual respect and empowerment. The book includes case studies on caregiving during the COVID-19 pandemic, death-with-dignity legislation, and the experiences of wheelchair users, illustrating how dignity is negotiated in various professional settings. Ultimately, Teston advocates for a deeper awareness of how everyday interactions and discourse shape dignity in both clinical and personal environments. [Extracted from the article] |
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| ISSN: | 15325024 |
| DOI: | 10.1080/15325024.2025.2492732 |
