... great enough understanding of human brain functions to determine what would truly be in the best interest of a patient. We can not asses a terminally ill and unstable person's opinion effectively, and this lack of knowledge makes it repugnant to even consider legalizing these methods. The courts, doctors, families, ... , that those facing chronic or terminal illness could "rationally" desire suicide. But no clinical evidence supports this presumption. On the contrary, the terminally ill are at no greater risk for suicide than the general population. In addition, the weight of irrefutable ...

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... great enough understanding of human brain functions to determine what would truly be in the best interest of a patient. We can not asses a terminally ill and unstable person's opinion effectively, and this lack of knowledge makes it repugnant to even consider legalizing these methods. The courts, doctors, families, ... , that those facing chronic or terminal illness could "rationally" desire suicide. But no clinical evidence supports this presumption. On the contrary, the terminally ill are at no greater risk for suicide than the general population. In addition, the weight of irrefutable ...

• Word Count: 1094
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: Undergraduate