Evaluation for euthanasia

• Recognizing and respecting individual autonomy is crucial in acknowledging the inherent dignity and personhood of individuals
• Relying solely on self-ownership neglects the importance of external moral frameworks whether derived from religious, cultural, or societal norms
• Granting autonomy allows individuals to make decisions based on their assessment of their quality of life
• Sceptics of self-ownership may express concerns about the potential for harm that individuals might inflict on themselves
• Upholding individual autonomy aligns with the principle of maximizing overall happiness
• In the context of medical ethics, the sanctity of life might be seen as an impediment to modernising
• Supporters of self-ownership often contend that individuals are morally responsible for their actions
• Allowing people to make decisions about their own lives, including death, can contribute to their well-being and satisfaction
• Individuals are not isolated entities and, as members of society, have social and moral obligations
• Limitations on self-ownership may be considered a means of protecting individuals from their own potentially harmful choices
• It could be argued that life is sacred, and decisions about life and death should be guided by the belief that human life has intrinsic value
• Some argue against autonomy by citing biblical passages that emphasize the sanctity of life
• The religious concept of sanctity of life has no meaning in the twenty-first century
• Supporters of self-ownership argue that individuals have the right to control their own bodies, lives, and decisions
• The concept of self-ownership is tied to the idea that individuals possess inherent dignity and fundamental rights
• Utilitarianism, a consequential ethical theory, focuses on the greatest overall happiness
• Complete autonomy are the owner and decisions made by
• Situation ethics might argue that allowing autonomy, especially in end-of-life decisions, is an expression of love and compassion towards individuals who are suffering
• Situation ethics in medical ethics

  Advocates for a flexible approach to morality based on the particular context and circumstances, may support a decision to shift focus towards palliative care in certain scenarios
• Biblical quotes: 'Jeremiah 1:5 (Before I formed you in the womb I knew you. Before you were born I set you apart) Psalm 139:13-16 (For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb...)'
• The sanctity of life is deeply embedded in religious traditions
• The secularization of society has led to a shift away from religious dogma in ethical considerations
• Utilitarianism in medical ethics

  Emphasis on minimizing overall suffering, proponents might argue for the ethical justification of euthanasia or the withdrawal of life-sustaining treatments to prioritize the patient's well-being
• Healthcare provider embracing the sanctity of life and agape

  Ensures the patient's final moments are filled with dignity and compassion, actively managing pain, providing emotional support, and respecting the patient's wishes
• Principle of double effect in cases of euthanasia


  Primary intention is to relieve suffering, aligning with the principle of double effect
• Agape

  Aligns with the sanctity of life by emphasizing the intrinsic worth of each individual
• Notural Moral Law recognizes the principle of double effect which allows for actions that may have both good and bad consequences
• Opponents of euthanasia might argue that allowing euthanasia undermines the inherent worth of human life


  They may advocate for supporting individuals through their suffering and providing palliative care, while affirming their dignity until natural death occurs
• Euthanasia frustrates the natural telos or purpose of human life according to Natural Moral Law


  It includes experiencing and overcoming suffering, finding meaning in life, and preparing for death in a way that respects the dignity of the individual
• Appeal to Human Reason and Empathy

  Proponents might appeal to human reason and empathy, arguing that in certain extreme circumstances, euthanasia can be a morally justifiable response to human suffering
• Principle of Respect for Life

  Situation Ethics acknowledges the intrinsic value and dignity of human life
• Personalism and the Sanctity of Life

  Situation Ethics emphasizes the worth and dignity of each individual
• Opponents of euthanasia might argue that true dignity and autonomy come from accepting and embracing the natural process of life and death


  They may advocate for compassionate end-of-life care that respects the dignity and autonomy of the individual while affirming the sanctity of life
• Proponents might argue that individuals have the inherent right to make decisions about their own lives, including the decision to end their suffering through euthanasia

  They could contend that respecting autonomy in end-of-life decisions aligns with the natural inclination towards self-determination and personal agency
• The good effect and the bad effect is not directly intended

  Proponents might argue that in cases of euthanasia, the primary intention is to remove suffering, even though death may be a foreseeable consequence. They could assert that the intention is not to cause death, but rather to alleviate suffering thus aligning with the principle of double effect
• Dignity and Autonomy

  Natural Moral Law affirms the dignity and autonomy of every human person
• Teleological Argument


  Natural Moral Law posits that actions are morally right when they fulfill the inherent purposes or ends of human nature
• Opponents of euthanasia might argue that true autonomy involves making decisions that align with moral principles and the well-being of oneself and others


  They may assert that facilitating euthanasia does not genuinely promote autonomy, as it can be influenced by external factors such as depression, coercion, or societal attitudes toward disability
• Contextual Evaluation


  Situation Ethics advocates for evaluating each euthanasia incident individually rather than applying rigid moral rules
• Intentionally ending a human life goes against the fundamental principle of the sanctity of life


  According to this view, human life is not something to be disposed of at will, but rather something to be protected and preserved