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[Conversations on the "good death": the bioethical debate on euthanasia]
Rodrigo Siqueira-Batista1, Fermin Roland Schramm
1Fundação Educacional Serra dos Orgãos, Teresópolis, Brazil. anaximandro@hotmail.com
Cadernos De Saude Publica
|February 5, 2005
Summary
This essay explores euthanasia, addressing societal taboos, semantic issues, and ethical debates like the sanctity of life versus autonomy. It seeks historical context for future solutions and understanding.
Area of Science:
- Bioethics
- Medical Ethics
- Philosophy of Medicine
Context:
- Euthanasia debate remains contentious, marked by societal taboos, particularly in Brazil.
- Semantic imprecision and conflicting arguments regarding the sanctity of life, quality of life, and autonomy complicate discussions.
- The 'slippery slope' argument presents a significant ethical challenge in the euthanasia discourse.
Purpose:
- To provide a comprehensive inquiry into euthanasia, moving beyond current debates.
- To examine historical antecedents to inform contemporary understanding.
- To delineate future perspectives for resolving persistent issues surrounding euthanasia.
Summary:
- This essay critically examines the multifaceted issues surrounding euthanasia, including societal prejudices and semantic ambiguities.
- It analyzes core ethical principles such as the sanctity of life, quality of life, and individual autonomy, alongside the 'slippery slope' concern.
- The work aims to foster a deeper conceptual understanding by tracing historical contexts and proposing future research directions.
Impact:
- Enhances conceptual clarity in the complex euthanasia debate.
- Provides a foundation for informed ethical and societal discourse on end-of-life decisions.
- Contributes to resolving persistent challenges in understanding and addressing euthanasia.
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