Euthanasia

Euthanasia- The word Euthanasia has Greek origins. There are different types of euthanasia, passive, non-aggressive, and aggressive. Passive euthanasia is withholding common treatments (such as antibiotics, drugs, or surgery) or giving a medication knowing that it may also result in death. sort of like the principle of double effects. Passive euthanasia is currently the most accepted form. Non-aggressive Euthanasia is the practice of withdrawing life support and is more controversial. Aggressive Euthanasia is using lethal substances or force to kill and is the most controversial means. The Hippocratic Oath mentions Euthanasia by saying, I will not prescribe a deadly drug nor give advice which may cause his death.

Why is Euthanasia Controversial?

We believe Euthanasia is controversial due to the number of variables. First, is the patient competency to make a logical self-serving decision? Along with the competency, necessity is another variable to consider. If there is some reason to believe the cause of a patient's illness or suffering is or will soon be curable, the correct action is sometimes considered to be attempting to bring about a cure or engage in palliative care. People view euthanasia as morally wrong, this view usually treats euthanasia to be a type of murder and voluntary euthanasia as a type of suicide, the morality of which is the subject debate. In addition to morality, Theological views also play a part in the controversy. Many religions and modern religious interpretations consider both euthanasia and suicide as sinful acts. Another question to think about is will the person performing the euthanasia have any lasting effects or regrets of his or her actions?

Explanation of Position

As our above texts suggests, we are opposed to euthanasia. We believe that it is worse to kill someone than to just let them die. We believe there is a moral difference between killing and letting die. As mentioned before, many factors and reasons support our position.