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Individualcentered

Individual-centered is a term used to describe approaches, policies, and practices that place the individual at the center of decision-making and service delivery. It emphasizes each person's unique goals, values, preferences, and circumstances, rather than treating groups as the default unit of analysis.

Core principles include respect for autonomy and dignity, informed choice, collaboration between providers and individuals, ongoing

Applications span several domains. In healthcare, individual-centered care supports shared decision-making and personalized care plans; in

Benefits include higher satisfaction, adherence, and outcomes, and improved engagement. Potential challenges include higher resource demands,

Related concepts include person-centered care, patient-centered care, and individualized education programs.

assessment
of
changing
needs,
and
flexibility
in
plans.
education,
instruction
is
tailored
to
learner
pace
and
interests;
in
social
services
and
disability
support,
individual-centered
planning
helps
align
supports
with
life
goals;
and
in
design
disciplines,
user-
or
person-centered
methods
focus
on
the
needs
of
the
actual
person
rather
than
a
generalized
user
archetype.
the
need
for
staff
training,
and
balancing
individual
preferences
with
safety,
equity,
and
policy
constraints.