I have to agree with Mr. Adams. There is something to be said about making a distinction between quality and quantity. I believe people have the right to make the decision to end their own life in dire circumstances. Some states already allow this. Oregon and Montana are ones that come to mind, and although there are some who have taken their lives to end suffering it must be said that most end up keeping the lethal dose of barbiturates and never even using them. It is the sense autonomy that gives these people comfort in a time of what may feel like helplessness. I also think for families it would be easier to handle their loved one overdosing on a drug specifically designed to be gentle and painless, than for the loved one to resort to something more violent.
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I have to agree with Mr. Adams. There is something to be said about making a distinction between quality and quantity. I believe people have the right to make the decision to end their own life in dire circumstances. Some states already allow this. Oregon and Montana are ones that come to mind, and although there are some who have taken their lives to end suffering it must be said that most end up keeping the lethal dose of barbiturates and never even using them. It is the sense autonomy that gives these people comfort in a time of what may feel like helplessness. I also think for families it would be easier to handle their loved one overdosing on a drug specifically designed to be gentle and painless, than for the loved one to resort to something more violent.