Fovargue, S. orcid.org/0000-0003-2361-4219 (2021) In whose best interests? Childbirth choices and other health decisions. Law Quarterly Review, 137. pp. 604-629. ISSN 0023-933X
Abstract
Examines the application of the capacity and best interests tests under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 in relation to women wishing to refuse recommended approaches to childbirth. Compares the cases with those decided prior to the Act, and considers whether a holistic approach is evident.
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Keywords: | Best interests; Birth; Capacity; Mental health assessments; Women |
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Institution: | The University of Sheffield |
Academic Units: | The University of Sheffield > Faculty of Social Sciences (Sheffield) > School of Law (Sheffield) |
Depositing User: | Symplectic Sheffield |
Date Deposited: | 29 Sep 2022 15:42 |
Last Modified: | 01 Nov 2022 17:03 |
Status: | Published |
Publisher: | Sweet and Maxwell |
Refereed: | Yes |
Open Archives Initiative ID (OAI ID): | oai:eprints.whiterose.ac.uk:191071 |