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Interdisciplinary Studies of Childhood Ethics: Developing a New Field of Inquiry |
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| Authors: | Franco A Carnevale Angela Campbell Delphine Collin‐Vézina Mary Ellen Macdonald |
| Institution: | 1. Ingram School of Nursing, Department of Pediatrics, Biomedical Ethics Unit, Counselling Psychology, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada;2. Faculty of Law, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada;3. Tier II Canadian Research Chair in Child Welfare, School of Social Work, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada;4. Division of Oral Health and Society, Faculty of Dentistry, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada |
| Abstract: | The principal aim of this investigation was to help develop ‘Interdisciplinary Studies of Childhood Ethics’ as a new field of inquiry. We identified: (i) current intra‐disciplinary and interdisciplinary knowledge gaps in childhood ethics; and (ii) priorities for future research and development. A prominent problem, highlighted within and across disciplines, relates to how the best interests standard should be reconciled with the recognition of children as agents. This project makes an innovative contribution by promoting the development of interdisciplinary childhood ethics knowledge and standards, informing future improvements in childhood research and services. |
| Keywords: | agency best interests child protection childhood childhood education ethics health & well‐being interdisciplinary law |