The ‘Good Carer’: Moral Practices in Late Modernity

摘要: Informal carers in the context of late modernity must negotiate two potentially conflicting discourses. One is associated with a post-traditional and increasingly individualized society characterized by ‘pure’ relationships an emphasis on authenticity choice. The other more traditional discourse found particularly current health social policy which relies explicitly significant input family carers. This ar ticle analyses tensions arising from this paradox, specifically for older engaged long-term care relationships. first, theoretical, section provides overview ‘subjective turn’ together heterogeneous ethics governmentality liberal rule. second, empirical, discusses ‘moral narratives’ drawn carers’ accounts caregiving. conclusion highlights contexts make moral choices identifies links between normativities one hand inequal...