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A continued debate about hastened death.

G A H Benjamin1

  • 1School of Law and Medicine, University of Washington, 4045 Brooklyn Avenue NE, Seattle, Washington 98105-4563, USA. gahb54@u.washington.edu

Psychology, Public Policy, and Law : an Official Law Review of the University of Arizona College of Law and the University of Miami School of Law
|March 28, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Oregon's Death with Dignity Act impacts discussions on hastened death. This article examines the clinical, policy, and research implications of physician-assisted death, presenting opposing viewpoints.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Ethics
  • Public Policy
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Oregon's Death with Dignity Act (DWDA) has significantly influenced the discourse on end-of-life choices.
  • The implementation of the DWDA necessitates a thorough examination of its multifaceted implications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the clinical, policy, and research consequences of physician-assisted suicide (PAS) or physician-assisted death (PAD).
  • To present a balanced overview of the diverse perspectives on hastened death.

Main Methods:

  • Review of the implementation of Oregon's Death with Dignity Act.
  • Synthesis of existing literature and policy analysis.
  • Presentation of opposing viewpoints on physician-assisted death.
Keywords:
Death and EuthanasiaDeath with Dignity Act (Oregon)Legal Approach

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Main Results:

  • The DWDA has altered the landscape of discussions surrounding hastened death.
  • Key implications span clinical practice, public policy, and future research directions.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding the implications of the DWDA is crucial for informed debate and policy development.
  • Further research is needed to fully comprehend the long-term effects of legalized physician-assisted death.