Euthanasia/Assisted Suicide Debate

Euthanasia/Assisted Suicide Debate

Review the Euthanasia ProCon.org website ( http://euthanasia.procon.org ).  On the top right of the home screen, click on the dark-orange buttons and read the "Core Question” and the “Top Ten Pros and Cons.”  

Write a four  page paper (excluding title and reference pages) that discusses your position regarding euthanasia.  Address the following:

  1. Define euthanasia and identify the difference between the types of euthanasia (passive/active euthanasia)

 2. Discuss your beliefs regarding euthanasia. Are there any circumstances when you feel it is justified? Explain your answer.

  3.  Define and describe the special populations as presented on the  Pro/Con web site, and how this population might be adversely affected by euthanasia. Discuss your beliefs regarding euthanasia and these special populations.

4. Identify and describe the law(s) concerning physician assisted suicide in the state you reside or the state you consider your “home state.” Compare and contrast laws in your home state against either Oregon’s Death with Dignity Act or another state of your choice.

Your paper must be formatted according to APA guidelines. Include at least three scholarly that were published within the past five years and are cited according to APA format.