I am a doctor and my patient's family wants me to lie about his prognosis because they think the truth will kill his spirit, but he keeps asking me directly what is happening.
More people experience this than they realize.
Professional obligations to patient autonomy conflict with family requests rooted in cultural beliefs about protective deception.
“Where Are You with Hesed — Hebrew covenantal loving-kindness?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.