What is the difference between paternalism and autonomy?

paternalism is when someone's freedom is restricted for their own good. Hense why paternal means father, so people are getting treated like children. But all in all, it is for their own benefits and good. Autonomy on the other hand is when rational people should be permitted to be self-determining. Or in other Words, people can navigate their own lives for what they believe is in their best interest. So, Paternalism has to do with taking your autonomy away. If someone is not acting consistent, they get their autonomy or freedom taken away because they cannot handle a situation properly. In other situations, there can be interventions that override the individual's freely-chosen value offering, meaning even if they are not being consistent, they can still do what they please.