In the context of research ethics, autonomy refers to an individual's fundamental right to make their own choices and take independent actions free from any coercion. Respecting a participant's autonomy is a core component of honoring their human dignity, and it is primarily upheld in research by ensuring they provide true informed consent before participating in any study.

Autonomy

Philosophy that determines concepts to decide right from wrong.

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- Metaphysics
- Philosophy of Mind
- Ethics
- Ontology
- Epistemology
- Aesthetics
- Logic
- Philosophy of Science

Branches of Philosophy

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Philosophy that studies the ontology and nature of mind.

Philosophy of Mind

Philosophy of Ethics

A branch of philosophy that covers various theoretical models and organizations of reality

Ontology

The philosophical study of knowledge, particularly the nature, origins, and extent of human knowledge.

Philosophy of Knowledge (Epistemology)

The branch of philosophy which studies the nature of reality.

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