What If Maslow Was Wrong?
Safety vs. Autonomy in Decision-Making for Older Adults
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Product details:
- Publisher Springer Nature Switzerland
- Date of Publication 12 February 2026
- ISBN 9783032142481
- Binding Paperback
- No. of pages240 pages
- Size 235x155 mm
- Language English
- Illustrations X, 240 p. 4 illus., 1 illus. in color. 700
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Long description:
The purpose of this book is to create a dialogue among health providers, especially those in long-term care, and those who work with family caregivers to older adults regarding the tension between safety, quality of life and autonomy when it comes to decision-making for older adults. When faced with difficult decisions regarding older adults (e.g., placement decisions) we often come down on the side of safety, citing Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs as the basis for that decision. Within the context of person-centered care, however, safety is not always what is most important to the older adult, at least not safety as defined by the health care providers. If we are to truly achieve person-centered care, we must be willing to honor the personal preferences of older adults, even if it involves a measure of risk. This book will explore the assumptions that underlie the clinical decision-making on behalf of older adults through case-based discussions and exercises designed to engage the reader in thoughtful analysis of these complex issues.
Table of Contents:
Introduction.- The Woman on the Beach (see attached) Thomas Kane.- Balancing Safety with Quality of Life Madge Isaacson.- The Hidden Meanings of Safety Lucinda Damroth.- Surrogate Decision-Making Maslow’s hierarchy.- The Real Story Michael Wong: Independence vs. Autonomy Ed & Norma Jones.- Sometimes Safety Cannot be Ignored Frank Williams.- No Longer Safe at Home Bernita Samuelson.- Refusal to use a Walker Jaunita Martinez.- Sex & the Assisted Living Setting The last word.
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