Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

The acceptability of active euthanasia in China

P Hu1

  • 1Beijing Medical University, People's Republic of China.

Medicine and Law
|January 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Smarter Data: Rethinking Data Generation for Machine Learning Potentials in Heterogeneous Catalysis.

JACS Au·2026
Same author

First-in-human study of the dual A<sub>2</sub><sub>A</sub>/A<sub>2</sub><sub>B</sub> adenosine receptor antagonist muvadenant (M1069) in patients with advanced solid tumors.

ESMO open·2026
Same author

Pd-N-C shelled Pd nanoparticle catalysts for high-performance hydrogen peroxide electrosynthesis.

Chemical science·2026
Same author

The feasibility of apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) histogram analysis in differentiating recurrences from postsurgical changes of soft tissue sarcoma.

Clinical radiology·2026
Same author

Hitchhikers Guide To Training More General Machine Learning Potentials in Heterogeneous Catalysis.

Journal of chemical theory and computation·2026
Same author

First Principles Identification of Active Sites in Heterogeneous Catalysis: A Case Study on Zn<sub>x</sub>Cr<sub>y</sub>O<sub>z</sub> for Syngas Conversion.

Angewandte Chemie (International ed. in English)·2026

Active euthanasia is debated in China, with many, particularly medical professionals, showing acceptance. Although not legal, ethical and public opinion research may drive future policy changes regarding euthanasia.

Area of Science:

  • Bioethics
  • Medical Law
  • Public Health Policy

Background:

  • The discussion surrounding active euthanasia in China commenced in 1980.
  • Euthanasia remains legally impermissible within China.
  • Societal and ethical perspectives on end-of-life choices are evolving.

Observation:

  • Investigations indicate a notable level of acceptance for active euthanasia among the Chinese populace.
  • Medical workers, specifically, demonstrate a higher propensity to accept active euthanasia.
  • Public opinion surveys reveal significant support, particularly within the healthcare community.

Findings:

  • A substantial portion of the population, especially healthcare professionals, are receptive to the concept of active euthanasia.
  • Despite legal prohibitions, there is a discernible shift in societal attitudes towards accepting active euthanasia.
Keywords:
Death and EuthanasiaEmpirical Approach

Related Experiment Videos

  • Research highlights a growing consensus among medical practitioners regarding the ethical considerations of active euthanasia.

    • Implications:

    • Continued research into the ethics and public perception of active euthanasia is crucial for potential legislative reform.
    • Understanding the perspectives of medical professionals is key to navigating the complexities of end-of-life care discussions in China.
    • Ethical discourse and public engagement may pave the way for future policy developments concerning active euthanasia in China.