The Principle of Beneficence

The principle of beneficence is an ethical guideline that emphasizes acting in the best interest of others by promoting well-being and preventing harm. It encourages individuals, healthcare providers, and researchers to prioritize actions that benefit others, such as providing effective treatment, support, or care that improves quality of life. In practice, beneficence involves balancing benefits and risks to ensure that the positive outcomes outweigh potential harms, fostering a commitment to compassion, kindness, and responsibility in decision-making for the good of those involved.