Rehabilitation for Personal Well-Being
摘要
“Rehabilitation for Living Well” proposes an innovative and humanistic approach to rehabilitation, conceived as a process of rebuilding life after experiences of loss of functionality, and is based on the values of love, rights, and solidarity. Inspired by the works of Axel Honneth (Theory of Recognition) and Alberto Acosta (Living Well), this approach goes beyond traditional biomedical and social models by integrating the affective, relational, and environmental dimensions of human life. In this paradigm, rehabilitation is no longer seen as just a technical process and becomes a practice centered on the person, their stories, values, and social and cultural networks. The love dimension promotes self-confidence, rights, self-respect, solidarity, and self-esteem, all deemed essential elements for living well. The concept recognizes the person with a disability not as someone “lacking,” but as a unique subject in a plural and diverse life context. The entry also highlights the importance of collaborative and interdisciplinary interventions, combined with the conscious use of technology. It advocates rehabilitation that is accessible, affective, and ethical, guided by public policies and aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals. Looking to the future, it emphasizes the need for professional training which values both technical skills and human capacities, such as empathy and relational care. Finally, this entry positions rehabilitation as a fundamental human right and as an instrument of social justice, while reaffirming its ethical and affective dimension. Promoting good living through rehabilitation is therefore caring for the dignity, autonomy, and full inclusion of people.