Bodily autonomy refers to an individual's right to make decisions regarding their own body, free from outside interference or coercion. It is the concept that a person has the power and authority over their own physical self, including the ability to decide what happens to their body and how it is treated. This can include choices about healthcare, reproductive rights, and end-of-life decisions. The principle of bodily autonomy is often used as a argument for access to safe and legal abortion, as well as other medical procedures that involve the individual's own body.