Introduction
Significance of Euthanasia The social topic of euthanasia has been debated for centuries with various reasonings as to why it is accepted in some communities and not accepted in others. Euthanasia is controversial because people are killing themselves, which influence customs in national society.
Purpose of Investigation This investigation surrounding euthanasia in contrasting communities affects social outlooks on personal autonomy. Why is euthanasia accepted in one community and not accepted in another?
Comparison Both Oregon and Utah have citizens who are terminally ill. There is a contradiction of cultural and religious beliefs in Oregon and Utah. Oregon recognizes euthanasia as a peaceful way to end one’s life. Utah,
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The article explains that legalizing euthanasia will lower costs for those more needy and relieve ill patients of pain. Sprague finds it apparent that “those in the final stages of a terminal illness are no longer in any position to contribute economically to society.” Placing the financial problems on the constituents family is another burden. It is understood that the more complicated a patient’s debilitations are, the more money will be needed to keep them alive. Although families do not wish to lose their loved ones, money spent on a patient who will not get better may be money …show more content…
The study conducted by Rathor et al aimed to discover the thoughts consenting patients had about the legalization of euthanasia. Examining from eight different aspects, Rathor et al explain that “religion was recognized as an important variable against EAS.” (Euthanasia-assisted suicide.) The rate of religion significantly affected general opinions regarding euthanasia. Connections between the type of religion practiced and the belief in God almost always predicted if a patient/physician agreed with euthanasia. Taking this into consideration, the majority of the study revealed that most people do not agree that assisted-suicide should be legal due to religious