Authors debate the issues on whether individuals have the right to die as they wish or whether society has a vested interest in opposing all methods for hastening death.
A legal history of euthanasia in America offers a state-by-state comparison of legislation in support of and in opposition to physician-assisted death, following battles to legalize the practice in such states as Oregon and Vermont.
Contains studies, surveys, and statistics on issues related to death and dying, covering ethical considerations, seriously ill children, advance directives, health care costs, and other topics.
Examines the controversial issue of assisted suicide, and discusses death and the process of dying, euthanasia, refusal of medical treatment, and more; and includes discussion questions and contact information for relevant organizations.
Contains fourteen articles that provide opposing viewpoints on issues related to euthanasia, debating questions of whether euthanasia is moral, who should receive euthanasia, and whether physician-assisted suicide should be legal.
Alex Macklin's son, new wife, and ex-wife gather at Alex's bedside after his second stroke and struggle to decide, without legal or medical guidance, what they should do and what Alex might want.
