Direito de envelhecer: os princípios bioéticos aplicados aos direitos dos idosos

Abstract

This study delves into the intersection between bioethical principlism and law, focusing specifically on issues related to aging and the rights of the elderly. The research examines the bioethical principles of autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, and justice, which serve as foundational in making ethical decisions in the realms of medicine and law. It particularly investigates the application of these principles to reinforce legal support in ensuring the autonomy of the elderly in decisionmaking processes. To achieve this, a bibliographical and documentary research was conducted, utilizing the deductive method to analyze information leading to specific conclusions. The research underscores the incidence of bioethics as a transdisciplinary subject within the legal sphere, emphasizing the necessity of integrating these two domains to yield more meaningful and substantial outcomes in safeguarding the rights of the elderly. Lastly, the study raises questions regarding potential tools that can be employed to ensure the effectiveness of the law as a bridge between bioethics and legal relationships involving the elderly. This is aimed at preventing rights violations and ensuring adherence to fundamental bioethical principles.