Is Euthanasia Ethically Wrong

Mercy killing remains a very contentious topic today, with some people holding that it is absolutely unethical and immoral and thus calling for further discrimination against it, while another quotient considers it an act of assistance for those in utter despair. While euthanasia cannot be absolutely considered wholly good or bad due to the intricate nature of each situation, this paper develops a list of arguments and counterarguments with intent of establishing its wholesome value and whether or not it can be considered legal and ethical. In my view, I feel that assisted death is helpful and acceptable, and will thus try to prove that with the help of documented opinion. I will primarily base on Brooks (2017), Anderson (2014) and Doyal and Doyal (2001)’s insights in contrasting the arguments for professional ethics …show more content…
Technically, no one desires a horrifying death, especially after a clear indication that no medical intervention will bring quick recovery. Imagine a scenario where an illness has denied one of the very basic abilities to breathe properly or even move. In such situations, euthanasia will aid the patient obtain a dignified sendoff than remain crippled in a shredded new self where he or she cannot even empathize or express pain. Thus saving one unnecessary pain and mental turmoil reduces the emotional burden for the person in need and thus promotes a dignified death.
Lastly, euthanasia will save significantly on the financial burden of the patient. While a euthanasia operation does not cost more than 50 USD, intensive treatment can cost thousands and millions, only to drag the family and friends into huge debts of financial incapacitation after the patient dies. While this factor seems to prioritize money over human life, the truth is far from that. It is a reasonable way of saving on what is predictably a waste, since Anderson notes that such patients have less than 1.5% chances of survival.
Debunking arguments against