| Who's the expert? Rethinking authority in the face of intellectual disability. | |
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PMID: 20586885 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
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This article poses the question, 'Who is the expert?' in relation to people with intellectual disabilities. It begins with an exploration of what it means to assert moral authority in relation to people with IDs, and makes the argument that 'experts' who draw moral boundaries, define conceptions of the 'good' and quality of life for people must consider how to occupy this position responsibly. It then considers a second form of authority--epistemic authority--and explores the moral responsibility that accompanies the practice of putting forth knowledge claims about ID. This involves acknowledging three potential problems: distancing, oppression and dehumanization. The article concludes with questions that point towards greater interdisciplinary dialogue regarding authority, responsibility and the role of the expert. |
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Authors:
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L Carlson |
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Type: Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Journal of intellectual disability research : JIDR Volume: 54 Suppl 1 ISSN: 1365-2788 ISO Abbreviation: J Intellect Disabil Res Publication Date: 2010 Mar |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2010-06-30 Completed Date: 2010-10-29 Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 9206090 Medline TA: J Intellect Disabil Res Country: England |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 58-65 Citation Subset: IM |
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Providence College, Providence, RI 02918, USA. acarlso1@providence.edu |
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Dehumanization Expert Testimony* Humans Mental Retardation / psychology* Morals* Social Isolation Social Responsibility* |
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