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A critique of utilitarian thinking in the context of adult social care

Wares, Laura (2017) A critique of utilitarian thinking in the context of adult social care. Master of Law by Research (LLMRes) thesis, University of Kent, University of Kent. (KAR id:64080)

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Abstract

The aim of this work is to argue against the utilitarian framework which underpins care provision in the United Kingdom as the cause of many contemporary care problems. In this work I identify feminist theories which I argue provide a more appropriate basis for care in the future. I discuss the assumptions built on gendered expectations, analysing the ways in which they particularly affect women. I consider factors including how care is in the process of transformation in other countries and whether they have a feminist influence. I analyse arguments of risk in care and examine the role of local authorities and the way the court approaches challenges to care plans. Finally, I consider practical care technology and the application of paternalism in care practice. I argue that a feminist approach would provide a more human, responsive manner in which to practice care which focuses on the individual.

Item Type: Thesis (Master of Law by Research (LLMRes))
Thesis advisor: Carr, Helen
Thesis advisor: Fudge, Judy
Uncontrolled keywords: adult social care utilitarian
SWORD Depositor: System Moodle
Depositing User: System Moodle
Date Deposited: 18 Oct 2017 13:10 UTC
Last Modified: 17 Dec 2022 16:14 UTC
Resource URI: https://kar.kent.ac.uk/id/eprint/64080 (The current URI for this page, for reference purposes)

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Wares, Laura.

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