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Area of Science:

  • Bioethics
  • Medical Law
  • Media Studies

Background:

  • The legal regulation of euthanasia in Spain followed a significant increase in media coverage.
  • Understanding media framing is crucial for public perception of end-of-life legislation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the quantitative and qualitative aspects of media coverage on euthanasia in Spain prior to its legalization.
  • To identify the dominant narratives and semantic fields used in pro- and anti-euthanasia media discussions.

Main Methods:

  • Quantitative and qualitative content analysis of 281 news articles from 12 major Spanish media outlets.
  • Timeframe: January 2019 to March 2021, preceding the euthanasia law enactment.
  • Analysis of semantic fields in pro- and anti-euthanasia articles.

Main Results:

  • Over half (51.6%) of the articles supported euthanasia, 18.9% opposed it, and 29.5% were neutral.
  • Pro-euthanasia articles frequently used terms like "law," "death," "suffering," and "pain."
  • Anti-euthanasia articles focused on "life," "death," "people/person," and "illness."
  • Media coverage predominantly favored euthanasia, with limited exploration of palliative care alternatives.

Conclusions:

  • Spanish media largely supported euthanasia prior to legalization, shaping public discourse.
  • A need exists to foster an ethical culture for informed end-of-life decision-making.
  • Encouraging rational reasoning and diverse perspectives is vital for end-of-life choices.