An analysis of the concept of empowerment
This paper is an analysis of the concept of empowerment and its use in nursing
practice, education, research and health promotion The paper adopts an
eclectic approach to concept analysis, mcorporatmg the methods advocated by
Walker & Avant and Rodgers The concept is analysed and a theoretical
definition given Defining attributes, related concepts, antecedents and
consequences of empowerment are proposed and a model case presented The
analysis demonstrates that empowerment is a helping process, a partnership
valuing self and others, mutual decision making, and freedom to make choices
and accept responsibility Implications for practice conclude the paper