Explain the principle of autonomy used in ethical practices.

Autonomy: This principle states that decision making should focus on allowing people to be autonomous; that is, to be able to make decisions that apply to their own workplace or lives. In other words, people should have control over their own selves as much as possible because they are the only people who completely understand their chosen type of work/life style. Each individual deserves respect because only he/she has had those exact life experiences and understands own emotions, motivations, and physical capabilities in an intimate manner. In essence, this ethical principle is an extension of the ethical principle of beneficence because a person who is independent usually prefers to have control over his own experiences in order to secure the lifestyle that he/she enjoys.