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Did they have foolproof, painless assisted suicide as an option? As far as I know, that is not really available anywhere except for when the doctors prescribe
by lotsofpulp 3y ago
Did they have foolproof, painless assisted suicide as an option? As far as I know, that is not really available anywhere except for when the doctors prescribe extra morphine once someone is in their final days and is unable to administer it to themselves and “warns” their family what would happen if too much morphine is given.
- geodel 3y agoWell you are right about foolproof part. But then it is just saying for effect that I'd rather be dead than imposing on my kids
- bombcar 3y agoJust be sure you've talked to your kids beforehand, because they may not feel the same way and may feel betrayed.
- polski-g 3y agoOregon, Canada, Netherlands all have it. Also could jump off a building.
- LorenPechtel 3y agoOregon is a lethal prescription situation, you still have to have enough physical function to do it. And jumping off a building requires being able to access the exterior of a building tall enough for the purpose. Such access is common to residents (balconies), but typically not to visitors. And it requires being able to climb over whatever safety barriers exist. I am aware of *one* spot--and if things were bad enough I doubt I could either reach it or get over the barrier. Without a conveniently-placed vehicle (it's a parking garage) I doubt my wife could get over the barrier even in good health.
- lotsofpulp 3y agoJumping off a building is not foolproof, and leaves quite a mess for others’ to clean up. The desire is to be able to choose to die peacefully, with as minimal (negative) impact on others as possible. Another easy one is falling off the boat while fishing, but again, you might leave a body or body part floating around for someone to find. And the boat is left unattended.