It is an honour, ladies and gentlemen, to stand before you today and present my case against the legalization of Euthanasia in Canada. I shall surely take advantage of this opportunity to give my true and faithful opinion on this matter of Euthanasia. Let me, however, make it clear that I have no hidden agenda and that I speak only for myself. There is nothing here than what you see. I can, therefore, allow my mind, with the experience of my studies of philosophy and as a psychology major, to play over this term which raises pressing and insightful questions among legislators, health care specialists, their patients and indeed you and I. Euthanasia is ‘’the art of painlessly putting to death persons suffering from incurable conditions or …show more content…
Therefore, supporting euthanasia is a stab in the back of our principle of doing no harm. My position is that reacting to a person’s pain by silencing their cries shows a lack of compassion or empathy or love for the human race (Polysyndeton). The fact, ladies and gentlemen, is that the request for euthanasia is mostly to relieve psychological suffering, as the physical pain can be minimized using medicine and palliative care. Minimizing psychological suffering can be done either by portraying the right attitude towards the patient or helping them come to term with their condition. Some might say doctors give drugs to patients to relieve pain and the patients eventually die. This is not euthanasia, as the doctor’s intention is to relieve pain, not to kill the patient. In Netherlands, there are people dying for reasons never expected when the law to legalize euthanasia was passed. People with depression, autism or blindness seek euthanasia. The number of patients with dementia who seek euthanasia grew from 43 in 2012 to 97 in 2013. Minors are even allowed to choose euthanasia if they get their parents’ permission. It would be heartbreaking if Canada results to
Imagine that your dog suffering unimaginable pain. The vet has no way of relieving this terrible state she is in. Her eyes look so sad. Hearing her moans are unbearable. She's restless and can't get comfortable no matter which way she lays.
Physician-assisted suicide and euthanasia has been one of the most debated subjects in the past years. There are resilient advocates on both sides of the debate for and against physician-assisted suicide and euthanasia. Advocates of euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide believe it is a person ’s right to die when faced with terminal illness rather than suffer through to an unpleasant demise. Whereas, opponents contend that euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide is not only equivalent of murder, but it is ethically and morally incorrect.
Over the past two decades, Dutch law has evolved from acceptance of euthanasia for terminally-ill to chronologically-ill patients; it progressed from physical illnesses to psychological illnesses and finally, from voluntary euthanasia to involuntary. As you can see, non-voluntary euthanasia will emerge as soon as euthanasia practice is legalized; it will be unstoppable because it is always going to be justified by doctors, politicians and
The possible legalization of euthanasia can cause a great disturbance in how people view life and death and the simplicity of how they would treat it. "There are many fairly severely handicapped people for whom a simple, affectionate life is possible." (Foot, p. 94) As demonstrated, the decision of terminating a person 's life is a very fragile and difficult one, emotionally and mentally. Nevertheless, it’s a choice we can make if it is passive euthanasia being expressed.
Dr. Clarke states that, “so long as the person is a mentally competent adult and his family or doctor are willing to help...then no one else is harmed” (Clarke 4). When an adult chooses euthanasia they are doing so because their life no longer holds any more value to them, they can not keep seeking their individuality, and ultimately it does not cause harm to the community. By “appreciating the deeper meanings of individuality” (Clarke 4) we understand that euthanasia does not cause harm to a person or even their community and further guarantees
Active euthanasia is killing a patient who requests to die. For example, a patient with a terminal illness may wish to end their battle. To fulfill these wishes the physician may administer a lethal injection. Except in special circumstances, it is illegal to deliberately cause the death of another person. I contend that life is a gift from God and he has the ultimate power to decide when to take this privilege away.
There are real case incidents in which a 14 year old girl suffering from terminal cystic fibrosis is asking her country’s president for permission to end her life. She had self shot a video in which she says “I am tired of living this disease and she can authorize an injection through which I can sleep forever”. The girl's video has sparked a broader conversation about whether euthanasia should be legalized in the largely Catholic nation. According to me we should let euthanasia be legal as there is no significance in keeping them alive against their wish as we don’t know how much they are suffering. Another incident is where the woman moved to Oregon where euthanasia is legal to take advantage of Oregon’s death with Dignity Law.
Historically, as in ancient Greek and Roman times, euthanasia and physician assisted death (EAS), in all forms, were not only regularly practiced, they were quite common among all classes (Ian Dowbiggin N. pag.). Hippocrates developed The Hippocratic Oath at around 300 B.C. and included the passage that physicians should not perform EAS even when asked. It took until the Christian movement for this to become the preferred method for practicing medicine. Euthanasia and physician assisted death are becoming more accepted in modern times, once again.
It is the act of intentionally killing someone who is hopelessly sick or an individual suffering from a terminal illness in order to relieve any pain. People agree and disagree with this situation, therefore it is always a controversial topic in today’s world. It has no set answer because there are so many different ways of looking at it such as different philosophies and different cultures. Some people have accepted euthanasia in many ways. However, it is generally agreed that euthanasia also has negative sides.
Imagine having to endure so much pain and suffering for a majority of your life that you would just want it all to end. Well, there is a way one can stop their own pain and suffering and it is called euthanasia. Euthanasia is the painless killing of a patient suffering from an incurable and painful disease. The act may only be done solely to those diagnosed with terminal illnesses such as cancer, aids, and heart disease. Many people agree with the idea of euthanasia as it can help those who are suffering be stripped of all the pain they are enduring.
Euthanasia, also known as assisted suicide, is the act of permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured patients. This is never suggested by the caretaker rather than requested by the patient or their family. Few areas such as the Netherlands have already legalized this practice. This debate, as split as a fork in the road, is over whether or not this approach should be legalized worldwide on stances regarding religion, ethics, and self choice. I see this as being extremely unethical on both religious and social morality levels.
Euthanasia means “a good death” and “dying well”. A good death means dying with peaceful, painless, lucid and loved ones gathering around. Euthanasia defined as the termination of ill people’s life aim to reduce suffering from incurable and painful disease. Euthanasia classify into two major types, included passive and active. In passive euthanasia ill people dead by withholding of common treatment, such as antibiotics.
Hunter Blalock Mr N Bradsher English IV Honors Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness. What about Death? Chronic diseases affect approximately 133 million Americans each year (National Health Council 1). Even more, are mortally wounded.
Euthanasia can be interpreted in different ways depending on the person/point of view. Euthanasia is another word for mercy-killing, those who are in great pain and their treatments show no sign of progress can choose euthanasia as an option to die mercifully and with dignity. When a person goes through euthanasia, they consume a euthanasia solution through a vein or by drinking it. Then, they rest as the solution kills them. There have been many controversies on whether euthanasia should be legalized.
In a few nations there is a divisive open discussion over the ethical, moral, and legitimate issues of euthanasia. The individuals who are against euthanasia may contend for the holiness of life, while defenders of euthanasia rights accentuate mitigating enduring, substantial respectability, determination toward oneself, and individual autonomy. Jurisdictions where euthanasia or supported suicide is legitimate incorporate the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Estonia, Albania, and the US states of Washington. CLASSIFICATION OF EUTHANASIA Euthanasia may be characterized consistent with if an individual