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Euthanasia, dying well and the slippery slope

P Allmark1

  • 1North Trent College of Nursing and Midwifery, Sheffield, England.

Journal of Advanced Nursing
|August 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

This paper presents a neo-Aristotelian argument for voluntary euthanasia and suicide, challenging utilitarian justifications. It also analyzes slippery slope concerns, suggesting caution is needed based on the Dutch experience with euthanasia.

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Area of Science:

  • Philosophy of Medicine
  • Bioethics
  • Moral Philosophy

Background:

  • Utilitarian arguments dominate discussions on voluntary euthanasia.
  • Existing ethical frameworks may not fully capture the nuances of end-of-life decisions.
  • Societal debates surrounding euthanasia require diverse philosophical perspectives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a neo-Aristotelian ethical framework for justifying voluntary euthanasia and suicide.
  • To critically evaluate the 'slippery slope' arguments against the legalization of euthanasia.
  • To contextualize the debate by examining the Dutch experience with legalized euthanasia.

Main Methods:

  • Philosophical argumentation, focusing on neo-Aristotelian ethics.
  • Analysis of existing literature on utilitarianism and euthanasia.
  • Examination of 'slippery slope' 논증 (arguments).
  • Case study analysis of the Dutch euthanasia experience.

Main Results:

  • A neo-Aristotelian perspective offers an alternative justification for voluntary euthanasia and suicide.
  • Slippery slope arguments against euthanasia are not conclusive and can be countered.
  • The Dutch experience suggests that while euthanasia can be permitted, significant caution is necessary in its implementation.

Conclusions:

  • A neo-Aristotelian approach provides a valuable alternative to utilitarianism in the euthanasia debate.
  • Legalizing euthanasia necessitates careful consideration of potential negative consequences, as highlighted by the Dutch case.
  • Further research and cautious policy-making are essential for navigating end-of-life choices.
Keywords:
Death and Euthanasia

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