assisted suicide

Examines the practice of euthanasia and assisted suicide as performed in the Netherlands exploring the perspectives of doctors, the terminally ill, and their families and raises questions concerning the roles that morals and societal concerns should play.

Presents the answers to over 200 questions about suicide, attempted suicide, and assisted death, covering a wide range of issues.

Stories of five terminally ill people who struggle with the decision over whether or not to end their lives, giving insight into the debate over assisted suicide.

Jamie McDonald turns himself in after killing his terminally-ill wife, and his cousin Cam, the chief of police, finds himself at odds with his own wife, Allie, over the ethics of the situation. Their marriage is further strained by the arrival of Mia, a new assistant at Allie's shop who captures Cam's attention.

Fifteen-year-old Grant confronts the difficult decision of whether or not to cooperate with his grandfather's wish that he not be placed on life-support systems.

A collection of twenty-six essays which offer varying perspectives on issues concerning suicide, debating who is most at risk, causes, prevention, and doctor-assisted suicide.

Fifteen-year-old Grant confronts the difficult decision of whether or not to cooperate with his grandfather's wish that he not be placed on life-support systems.

The author shows people how to end their suffering due to terminal illness; and provides information on such issues as euthanasia, living wills, hospice care, and legal implications.

Julia Duane Quinlan recounts her family's struggles to help their daughter, Karen Ann, die with dignity after being left in a permanent vegetative state, and explains why their private battle to shut off life support became a highly public controversy that changed the face of health care.