While there are many people who do not want to die, especially at their own hand or that of another, assisted suicide is a topic that has long been discussed. It is defined as suicide that is committed with help of another individual. When the other person is a doctor, this is referred to as physician aided death. This occurs when doctors intentionally and knowingly provide an individual with the means or knowledge to kill themselves.
Physician-assisted suicide, which may also be known as PAS, may include doctors providing counseling to their patients on drug dosage that is lethal. They could also prescribe this dosage to them or personally supply them with it. Another name for this practice is assisted dying, which is considered a euphemism. This action is not the same as euthanasia or mercy killing. In those cases, physicians have physically administered the death through lethal drug.
PAS is done with the request and consent of patients. These people administer what is necessary to cause the death. Some might be surprised at how many consider this option. The conversation about this topic involves a lot of different issues related to ethics, society, morals, law and religion. This is because it relates to murder and suicide, two acts that are frowned upon in most societies.
There are many things that might make people consider this an option. Those who request this often have chronic illnesses that are expected to limit their lives in a number of ways. They may have no more hope in controlling their life or health anymore. Plus, most feel physical discomfort and pain that cannot be properly relieved. Aided death could be the only way in which they feel they still have a choice or option, as they can control how they end life.
This type of suicide has been legalized in Australia, Japan and Columbia, but there are many places around the world that prohibit it. It is considered an illegal practice that stirs a lot of controversy. Still, people suffering may find that this is the best and only option they want. They may welcome the idea of death because it seems like a better reality than living in pain and waiting to pass away. It might also be a decision that their families respect and encourage, based on what they understand about the situation.
Most people that seek this action want to have a better quality of life, but feel as if this is not an available option. They might be in such bad shape that the their physical suffering as significantly reduced their happiness. Frustration is another emotion patients might experience, especially if they know that there is not much that can be done to remedy their condition or save their lives. Opponents have concerns as well, such as: prejudice against the disabled, slippery slope argument, religious and medical ethics, public safety risks, and the role of physicians.
People interested in learning more about this are encouraged to do research. There are numerous resources that provide information on this topic. Although there are many who are against this act, there are also organizations in support of PAS.
Knowledge is fundamental when it comes to expressing and opinion and discussing this topic. Most do not think this is the answer but do not know what chronically ill people experience. Suicide is hard to comprehend and may be very difficult for some to accept.
Physician-assisted suicide, which may also be known as PAS, may include doctors providing counseling to their patients on drug dosage that is lethal. They could also prescribe this dosage to them or personally supply them with it. Another name for this practice is assisted dying, which is considered a euphemism. This action is not the same as euthanasia or mercy killing. In those cases, physicians have physically administered the death through lethal drug.
PAS is done with the request and consent of patients. These people administer what is necessary to cause the death. Some might be surprised at how many consider this option. The conversation about this topic involves a lot of different issues related to ethics, society, morals, law and religion. This is because it relates to murder and suicide, two acts that are frowned upon in most societies.
There are many things that might make people consider this an option. Those who request this often have chronic illnesses that are expected to limit their lives in a number of ways. They may have no more hope in controlling their life or health anymore. Plus, most feel physical discomfort and pain that cannot be properly relieved. Aided death could be the only way in which they feel they still have a choice or option, as they can control how they end life.
This type of suicide has been legalized in Australia, Japan and Columbia, but there are many places around the world that prohibit it. It is considered an illegal practice that stirs a lot of controversy. Still, people suffering may find that this is the best and only option they want. They may welcome the idea of death because it seems like a better reality than living in pain and waiting to pass away. It might also be a decision that their families respect and encourage, based on what they understand about the situation.
Most people that seek this action want to have a better quality of life, but feel as if this is not an available option. They might be in such bad shape that the their physical suffering as significantly reduced their happiness. Frustration is another emotion patients might experience, especially if they know that there is not much that can be done to remedy their condition or save their lives. Opponents have concerns as well, such as: prejudice against the disabled, slippery slope argument, religious and medical ethics, public safety risks, and the role of physicians.
People interested in learning more about this are encouraged to do research. There are numerous resources that provide information on this topic. Although there are many who are against this act, there are also organizations in support of PAS.
Knowledge is fundamental when it comes to expressing and opinion and discussing this topic. Most do not think this is the answer but do not know what chronically ill people experience. Suicide is hard to comprehend and may be very difficult for some to accept.
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