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The positive value of moral distress
1RWTH Aachen University - Human Technology Center, Aachen, Germany.
Bioethics
|February 9, 2019
Summary
Moral distress in healthcare can be a positive force, revealing moral concerns and fostering character development. Understanding its dual value is key to refining policies on managing this common ethical challenge.
Area of Science:
- Bioethics
- Healthcare Ethics
- Moral Philosophy
Background:
- Moral distress is frequently discussed in healthcare.
- It is typically viewed as a negative experience.
- Few studies explore its potential positive aspects.
Purpose of the Study:
- To argue that moral distress can have positive value.
- To explore how moral distress affirms moral concerns.
- To propose a framework for policy recommendations.
Main Methods:
- Philosophical essay.
- Analysis of the concept of moral distress.
- Ethical reasoning.
Main Results:
- Moral distress can reveal and affirm core moral concerns.
- It contributes to moral maturation and honorable character.
- Moral distress possesses both aretaic (virtue-based) and instrumental value.
Conclusions:
- Moral distress offers significant, often overlooked, benefits.
- A nuanced understanding is needed for effective policy.
- Policies should consider when reducing moral distress is appropriate.
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