How did euthanasia become legal in the Netherlands?

Euthanasia in the Netherlands is regulated by the “Termination of Life on Request and Assisted Suicide (Review Procedures) Act” which was passed in 2001 and took effect in 2002.

What are the good things about euthanasia?

Euthanasia enables a person to die with dignity and in control of their situation. Death is a private matter and the state should not interfere with the individual’s right to die. It is expensive to keep people alive when there is no cure for their illness.

What does euthanasia mean in our society?

Euthanasia is defined as the hastening of death of a patient to prevent further sufferings. Active euthanasia refers to the physician deliberate act, usually the administration of lethal drugs, to end an incurably or terminally ill patient’s life.

What are two potential benefits of legalized euthanasia?

Proponents of euthanasia and PAS identify three main benefits to legal- ization: (1) realizing individual autonomy, (2) reducing needless pain and suffering, and (3) providing psychological reassurance to dying pa- tients.

What are some cons of euthanasia?

Cons of Euthanasia – Reasons Against Euthanasia Mercy killing is morally incorrect and should be forbidden by law. It’s a homicide and murdering another human cannot be rationalized under any circumstances. Human life deserves exceptional security and protection.

What are the main criteria for euthanasia and how?

For active euthanasia, four conditions must be met: the patient must be suffering from unbearable physical pain; death must be inevitable and drawing near; the patient must give consent.

What is the term for mercy killing?

Listen to pronunciation. (MER-see KIH-ling) An easy or painless death, or the intentional ending of the life of a person suffering from an incurable or painful disease at his or her request. Also called euthanasia.