Ethical Dilemmas in Participatory Action Research: a Case Study From the Disability Community

This case study explores the use of participatory action research (PAR) by & with a community of people with disabilities in addressing a polarizing issue in that community: death with dignity or physician-assisted suicide legislation. Following a brief review of the debate about this issue within the community & the goals, methods, & findings of this project, the authors examine 4 key ethical challenges. The implications of these issues for health educators & others engaged in community-based PAR efforts are presented. (39 refs)