Physician Assisted Suicide Arguments Against Euthanasia

The main argument about physician aid in dying and Euthanasia is whether or not it is ethical and whether or not it should be legal everywhere. However, the decision is the patient’s to make. The controversial topic of Physician Assisted Suicide is well known in the United States, and many people have found conflict in this practice because it breaks some religious values. The legalization of this practice, however is slowly progressing all over the world.
As of right now, Physician Assisted Suicide is only legal in the states of Oregon, Vermont, Washington, and California and also in some areas of the UK. The eligibility for this act to be performed requires the individual to have a terminal illness, and the patient must also only have a life …show more content…
One pro to this is that it ends the suffering that the patient is currently enduring. Terminal illnesses are known to cause a steep amount of physical pain as the patient nears death. The amount of pain can cause the patient to acquire fear as the patient knows that death is just around the corner. Euthanasia is able to cut the suffering of the patient short, as well as the pain that the patient’s friends and family feel when watching the patient suffer. It allows all involved to retain dignity. With a doctor-assisted suicide becoming legalized, patients are able to choose the way he/she will exit this world in such a way that retains the dignity of the patient. The patient can choose to be surrounded by family and friends while enjoying his/her favorite music as the family, friends and patient prepare for the final moments. Grief is easier to handle; With plans in place and the family and friends of the patient having been informed ahead of time of the patient’s wish, the stages of grief prove to be easier for all involved. In addition, everyone is given the chance for reconciliation, allowing the patient to leave in peace. Lessens the cost of medical care; Drugs for assisted suicide are far less expensive than that of extensive medical care. This allows the government as well as the family of patients who are suffering from serious illness to save …show more content…
Arguments of whether or not these practices are ethical will continue to expand over time. It is not becoming a new trend or fad, more so a “new way out” for terminally ill patients. However, the argument of whether or not it should be legalized will stand as it has been for quite some time. In conclusion, the decision is to be made by the patient without the influence of someone else, and should be decided solely on what the patient believes to be the best option pertaining to his/her specific