Suicide assisted. Medical search

The act of killing oneself.

The unsuccessful attempt to kill oneself.

Provision (by a physician or other health professional, or by a family member or friend) of support and/or means that gives a patient the power to terminate his or her own life. (from APA, Thesaurus of Psychological Index Terms, 8th ed).

Genes that are used transgenically, i.e., via GENE TRANSFER TECHNIQUES to induce CELL DEATH.

A risk factor for suicide attempts and completions, it is the most common of all suicidal behavior, but only a minority of ideators engage in overt self-harm.

Small-arms weapons, including handguns, pistols, revolvers, rifles, shotguns, etc.

Behavior in which persons hurt or harm themselves without the motive of suicide or of sexual deviation.

A condition or physical state produced by the ingestion, injection, inhalation of or exposure to a deleterious agent.

The killing of one person by another.

Disruption of structural continuity of the body as a result of the discharge of firearms.

Factors which produce cessation of all vital bodily functions. They can be analyzed from an epidemiologic viewpoint.

A pathological condition caused by lack of oxygen, manifested in impending or actual cessation of life.

Psychiatric illness or diseases manifested by breakdowns in the adaptational process expressed primarily as abnormalities of thought, feeling, and behavior producing either distress or impairment of function.

'Gas poisoning' is a condition characterized by the exposure to harmful gases, such as carbon monoxide or hydrogen sulfide, which can lead to symptoms like headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and in severe cases, loss of consciousness or death.

An aspect of personal behavior or lifestyle, environmental exposure, or inborn or inherited characteristic, which, on the basis of epidemiologic evidence, is known to be associated with a health-related condition considered important to prevent.

The act or practice of killing or allowing death from natural causes, for reasons of mercy, i.e., in order to release a person from incurable disease, intolerable suffering, or undignified death. (from Beauchamp and Walters, Contemporary Issues in Bioethics, 5th ed)

Conceptual response of the person to the various aspects of death, which are based on individual psychosocial and cultural experience.

Accidental or deliberate use of a medication or street drug in excess of normal dosage.

I'm sorry for any confusion, but "Famous Persons" is not a term that has a medical definition. It refers to individuals who are widely known and recognized in various fields such as entertainment, politics, sports, science, and arts. If you have any medical or health-related terms you would like me to define, please let me know!

Physicians appointed to investigate all cases of sudden or violent death.

An affective disorder manifested by either a dysphoric mood or loss of interest or pleasure in usual activities. The mood disturbance is prominent and relatively persistent.

Toxic asphyxiation due to the displacement of oxygen from oxyhemoglobin by carbon monoxide.

The number of males and females in a given population. The distribution may refer to how many men or women or what proportion of either in the group. The population is usually patients with a specific disease but the concept is not restricted to humans and is not restricted to medicine.

Maleness or femaleness as a constituent element or influence contributing to the production of a result. It may be applicable to the cause or effect of a circumstance. It is used with human or animal concepts but should be differentiated from SEX CHARACTERISTICS, anatomical or physiological manifestations of sex, and from SEX DISTRIBUTION, the number of males and females in given circumstances.

The state of not being engaged in a gainful occupation.

Marked depression appearing in the involution period and characterized by hallucinations, delusions, paranoia, and agitation.

An 'accident' in a medical context often refers to an unintended event or harm that occurs suddenly and unexpectedly, resulting in injury or illness, and is typically not planned or intended.

An ACYCLOVIR analog that is a potent inhibitor of the Herpesvirus family including cytomegalovirus. Ganciclovir is used to treat complications from AIDS-associated cytomegalovirus infections.

The act or practice of killing for reasons of mercy, i.e., in order to release a person or animal from incurable disease, intolerable suffering, or undignified death. (from Beauchamp and Walters, Contemporary Issues in Bioethics, 5th ed)

An enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of ATP and thymidine to ADP and thymidine 5'-phosphate. Deoxyuridine can also act as an acceptor and dGTP as a donor. (From Enzyme Nomenclature, 1992) EC 2.7.1.21.

The frequency of different ages or age groups in a given population. The distribution may refer to either how many or what proportion of the group. The population is usually patients with a specific disease but the concept is not restricted to humans and is not restricted to medicine.

An enzyme which catalyzes the deamination of CYTOSINE resulting in the formation of URACIL. It can also act on 5-methylcytosine to form THYMIDINE.

Active euthanasia of a patient at the patient's request and/or with the patient's consent.

The right of the patient or the patient's representative to make decisions with regard to the patient's dying.

Depressive states usually of moderate intensity in contrast with major depression present in neurotic and psychotic disorders.

The term "United States" in a medical context often refers to the country where a patient or study participant resides, and is not a medical term per se, but relevant for epidemiological studies, healthcare policies, and understanding differences in disease prevalence, treatment patterns, and health outcomes across various geographic locations.

I'm sorry for any confusion, but "Wales" is not a medical term and does not have a medical definition. It is a country that is part of the United Kingdom, located in Europe. If you have any questions about a specific medical topic, I would be happy to help answer those!

Refers to the whole process of grieving and mourning and is associated with a deep sense of loss and sadness.

Age as a constituent element or influence contributing to the production of a result. It may be applicable to the cause or the effect of a circumstance. It is used with human or animal concepts but should be differentiated from AGING, a physiological process, and TIME FACTORS which refers only to the passage of time.

A major affective disorder marked by severe mood swings (manic or major depressive episodes) and a tendency to remission and recurrence.

Techniques and strategies which include the use of coding sequences and other conventional or radical means to transform or modify cells for the purpose of treating or reversing disease conditions.

Those occurrences, including social, psychological, and environmental, which require an adjustment or effect a change in an individual's pattern of living.

Mood-stimulating drugs used primarily in the treatment of affective disorders and related conditions. Several MONOAMINE OXIDASE INHIBITORS are useful as antidepressants apparently as a long-term consequence of their modulation of catecholamine levels. The tricyclic compounds useful as antidepressive agents (ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENTS, TRICYCLIC) also appear to act through brain catecholamine systems. A third group (ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENTS, SECOND-GENERATION) is a diverse group of drugs including some that act specifically on serotonergic systems.

Permanent roads having a line of rails fixed to ties and laid to gage, usually on a leveled or graded ballasted roadbed and providing a track for freight cars, passenger cars, and other rolling stock. Cars are designed to be drawn by locomotives or sometimes propelled by self-contained motors. (From Webster's 3d) The concept includes the organizational and administrative aspects of railroads as well.

The interrelationship of psychology and religion.

Legalized physician-assisted suicide in Oregon--the first year's experience. (1/141)

BACKGROUND AND METHODS: On October 27, 1997, Oregon legalized physician-assisted suicide. We collected data on all terminally ill Oregon residents who received prescriptions for lethal medications under the Oregon Death with Dignity Act and who died in 1998. The data were obtained from physicians' reports, death certificates, and interviews with physicians. We compared persons who took lethal medications prescribed under the act with those who died from similar illnesses but did not receive prescriptions for lethal medications. RESULTS: Information on 23 persons who received prescriptions for lethal medications was reported to the Oregon Health Division; 15 died after taking the lethal medications, 6 died from underlying illnesses, and 2 were alive as of January 1, 1999. The median age of the 15 patients who died after taking lethal medications was 69 years; 8 were male, and all 15 were white. Thirteen of the 15 patients had cancer. The case patients and controls were similar with regard to sex, race, urban or rural residence, level of education, health insurance coverage, and hospice enrollment. No case patients or controls expressed concern about the financial impact of their illness. One case patient and 15 controls expressed concern about inadequate control of pain (P=0.10). The case patients were more likely than the controls to have never married (P=0.04) and were more likely to be concerned about loss of autonomy due to illness (P=0.01) and loss of control of bodily functions (P=0.02). At death, 21 percent of the case patients and 84 percent of the controls were completely disabled (P<0.001). CONCLUSIONS: During the first year of legalized physician-assisted suicide in Oregon, the decision to request and use a prescription for lethal medication was associated with concern about loss of autonomy or control of bodily functions, not with fear of intractable pain or concern about financial loss. In addition, we found that the choice of physician-assisted suicide was not associated with level of education or health insurance coverage. (+info)

Assessment of physician-assisted death by members of the public prosecution in The Netherlands. (2/141)

OBJECTIVES: To identify the factors that influence the assessment of reported cases of physician-assisted death by members of the public prosecution. DESIGN/SETTING: At the beginning of 1996, during verbal interviews, 12 short case-descriptions were presented to a representative group of 47 members of the public prosecution in the Netherlands. RESULTS: Assessment varied considerably between respondents. Some respondents made more "lenient" assessments than others. Characteristics of the respondents, such as function, personal-life philosophy and age, were not related to the assessment. Case characteristics, i.e. the presence of an explicit request, life expectancy and the type of suffering, strongly influenced the assessment. Of these characteristics, the presence or absence of an explicit request was the most important determinant of the decision whether or not to hold an inquest. CONCLUSIONS: Although the presence of an explicit request, life expectancy and the type of suffering each influenced the assessment, each individual assessment was dependent on the assessor. The resulting danger of legal inequality and legal uncertainty, particularly in complicated cases, should be kept to a minimum by the introduction of some form of protocol and consultation in doubtful or boundary cases. The notification procedure already promotes a certain degree of uniformity in the prosecution policy. (+info)

Conditions required for a law on active voluntary euthanasia: a survey of nurses' opinions in the Australian Capital Territory. (3/141)

OBJECTIVES: To ascertain which conditions nurses believe should be in a law allowing active voluntary euthanasia (AVE). DESIGN: Survey questionnaire posted to registered nurses (RNs). SETTING: Australian Capital Territory (ACT) at the end of 1996, when active voluntary euthanasia was legal in the Northern Territory. SURVEY SAMPLE: A random sample of 2,000 RNs, representing 54 per cent of the RN population in the ACT. MAIN MEASURES: Two methods were used to look at nurses' opinions. The first involved four vignettes which varied in terms of critical characteristics of each patient who was requesting help to die. The respondents were asked if the law should be changed to allow any of these requests. There was also a checklist of conditions, most of which have commonly been included in Australian proposed laws on AVE. The respondents chose those which they believed should apply in a law on AVE. RESULTS: The response rate was 61%. Support for a change in the law to allow AVE was 38% for a young man with AIDS, 39% for an elderly man with early stage Alzheimer's disease, 44% for a young woman who had become quadriplegic and 71% for a middle-aged woman with metastases from breast cancer. The conditions most strongly supported in any future AVE law were: "second doctor's opinion", "cooling off period", "unbearable protracted suffering", "patient fully informed about illness and treatment" and "terminally ill". There was only minority support for "not suffering from treatable depression", "administer the fatal dose themselves" and "over a certain age". CONCLUSION: Given the lack of support for some conditions included in proposed AVE laws, there needs to be further debate about the conditions required in any future AVE bills. (+info)

A staff dialogue on caring for a cancer patient who commits suicide: psychosocial issues faced by patients, their families, and caregivers. (4/141)

Shortly before his death in 1995, Kenneth B. Schwartz, a cancer patient at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), founded The Kenneth B. Schwartz Center at MGH. The Schwartz Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and advancing compassionate health care delivery which provides hope to the patient, support to caregivers, and encourages the healing process. The Center sponsors the Schwartz Center Rounds, a monthly multidisciplinary forum during which caregivers discuss a specific cancer patient, reflect on the important psychosocial issues faced by patients, their families, and their caregivers, and gain insight and support from their fellow staff members. The case presented was of a 31-year-old man who developed adenocarcinoma of the lung with painful bone metastases. His tumor was unresponsive to treatment and he subsequently committed suicide by shooting himself. The verbatim and subsequent discussion raised a number of issues. Staff were devastated by the violent way that he ended his life. They questioned whether more could have been done to prevent this outcome, yet acknowledged that it mirrored the way he had lived, and were able to discuss the values by which we live and die. Some, but not all, felt that the patient had the right to choose how and when to end his life. (+info)

Chinese and U.S. internists adhere to different ethical standards. (5/141)

OBJECTIVE: To determine whether internists in the United States and China have different ideas and behaviors regarding informing patients of terminal diagnoses and HIV/AIDS, the role of the family in end-of-life decision making, and assisted suicide. DESIGN: Structured questionnaire of clinical vignettes followed by multiple choice questions. SETTING: University and community hospitals in San Francisco and Beijing, China. SUBJECTS: Forty practicing internists were interviewed, 20 in China and 20 in the United States. MEASUREMENTS AND MAIN RESULTS: Of the internists surveyed, 95% of the U.S. internists and none of the Chinese internists would inform a patient with cancer of her diagnosis. However, 100% of U.S. and 90% of Chinese internists would tell a terminally ill patient who had AIDS, rather than advanced cancer, about his diagnosis. When family members' wishes conflicted with a patient's preferences regarding chemotherapy of advanced cancer, Chinese internists were more likely to follow the family's preferences rather than the patient's preferences (65%) than were the U.S. internists (5%). Thirty percent of U.S. internists and 15% of Chinese internists agreed with a terminally ill patient's request for sufficient narcotics to end her life. CONCLUSIONS: We found significant differences in clinical ethical beliefs between internists in the United States and China, most evident in informing patients of a cancer diagnosis. In general, the Chinese physicians appeared to give far greater weight to family preferences in medical decision making than did the U.S. physicians. (+info)

Stability of attitudes regarding physician-assisted suicide and euthanasia among oncology patients, physicians, and the general public. (6/141)

PURPOSE: Attitudes regarding the ethics of physician-assisted suicide (PAS) and euthanasia have been examined in many cross-sectional studies. Stability of these attitudes has not been studied, and this is important in informing the dialog on PAS in this country. We evaluated the stability of attitudes regarding euthanasia and PAS among three cohorts. METHODS: Subjects included 593 respondents: 111 oncology patients, 324 oncologists, and 158 members of the general public. We conducted initial and follow-up interviews separated by 6 to 12 months by telephone, regarding acceptance of PAS and euthanasia in four different clinical vignettes. RESULTS: The proportion of respondents with stable responses to vignettes ranged from 69.2% to 94.8%. In comparison to patients and the general public, physicians had less stable responses concerning the PAS pain vignette (69.1% v 80.8%; P =.001) and more stable responses for all euthanasia vignettes (P <.001) except for pain. Over time, physicians were significantly more likely to change toward opposing PAS and euthanasia in all vignettes (P <.05). Characteristics previously associated with attitudes regarding PAS and euthanasia, such as Roman Catholic religion, were not predictive of stability. CONCLUSION: Up to one third of participants changed their attitudes regarding the ethical acceptability of PAS and euthanasia in their follow-up interview. This lack of consistency mandates careful interpretation of referendums and requests for physician-assisted suicide. Furthermore, in this study, we found that physicians are becoming increasingly opposed to PAS and euthanasia. The growing disparity between physicians and patients regarding the role of these practices is large enough to suggest possible conflicts in the delivery of end-of-life care. (+info)

Clinical problems with the performance of euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide in The Netherlands. (7/141)

BACKGROUND AND METHODS: The characteristics and frequency of clinical problems with the performance of euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide are uncertain. We analyzed data from two studies of euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide in The Netherlands (one conducted in 1990 and 1991 and the other in 1995 and 1996), with a total of 649 cases. We categorized clinical problems as technical problems, such as difficulty inserting an intravenous line; complications, such as myoclonus or vomiting; or problems with completion, such as a longer-than-expected interval between the administration of medications and death. RESULTS: In 114 cases, the physician's intention was to provide assistance with suicide, and in 535, the intention was to perform euthanasia. Problems of any type were more frequent in cases of assisted suicide than in cases of euthanasia. Complications occurred in 7 percent of cases of assisted suicide, and problems with completion (a longer-than-expected time to death, failure to induce coma, or induction of coma followed by awakening of the patient) occurred in 16 percent of the cases; complications and problems with completion occurred in 3 percent and 6 percent of cases of euthanasia, respectively. The physician decided to administer a lethal medication in 21 of the cases of assisted suicide (18 percent), which thus became cases of euthanasia. The reasons for this decision included problems with completion (in 12 cases) and the inability of the patient to take all the medications (in 5). CONCLUSIONS: There may be clinical problems with the performance of euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide. In The Netherlands, physicians who intend to provide assistance with suicide sometimes end up administering a lethal medication themselves because of the patient's inability to take the medication or because of problems with the completion of physician-assisted suicide. (+info)

Physicians' experiences with the Oregon Death with Dignity Act. (8/141)

BACKGROUND: Physician-assisted suicide was legalized in Oregon in October 1997. There are data on patients who have received prescriptions for lethal medications and died after taking the medications. There is little information, however, on physicians' experiences with requests for assistance with suicide. METHODS: Between February and August 1999, we mailed a questionnaire to physicians who were eligible to prescribe lethal medications under the Oregon Death with Dignity Act. RESULTS: Of 4053 eligible physicians, 2649 (65 percent) returned the survey. Of the respondents, 144 (5 percent) had received a total of 221 requests for prescriptions for lethal medications since October 1997. We received information on the outcome in 165 patients (complete information for 143 patients and partial for on an additional 22). The mean age of the patients was 68 years; 76 percent had an estimated life expectancy of less than six months. Thirty-five percent requested a prescription from another physician. Twenty-nine patients (18 percent) received prescriptions, and 17 (10 percent) died from administering the prescribed medication. Twenty percent of the patients had symptoms of depression; none of these patients received a prescription for a lethal medication. In the case of 68 patients, including 11 who received prescriptions and 8 who died by taking the prescribed medication, the physician implemented at least one substantive palliative intervention, such as control of pain or other symptoms, referral to a hospice program, a consultation, or a trial of antidepressant medication. Forty-six percent of the patients for whom substantive interventions were made changed their minds about assisted suicide, as compared with 15 percent of those for whom no substantive interventions were made (P<0.001). CONCLUSIONS: Our data indicate that in Oregon, physicians grant about 1 in 6 requests for a prescription for a lethal medication and that 1 in 10 requests actually result in suicide. Substantive palliative interventions lead some--but not all--patients to change their minds about assisted suicide. (+info)

Suicide is defined in the medical field as the intentional taking of one's own life. It is a complex phenomenon with various contributing factors, including psychological, biological, environmental, and sociocultural elements. Suicide is a significant global public health concern that requires comprehensive understanding, prevention, and intervention strategies. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of self-harm or suicide, it's essential to seek help from a mental health professional immediately.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), "An attempted suicide is a non-fatal self-directed, potentially injurious behavior with intent to die as a result of the behavior. It's a clear expression of intention to die."

It's important to note that anyone who has attempted suicide requires immediate professional medical attention and support. They should be assessed for their level of suicidal ideation and any underlying mental health conditions, and provided with appropriate care and treatment. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please reach out to a healthcare provider or a trusted mental health professional immediately.

Assisted suicide, also known as physician-assisted dying or voluntary euthanasia, is a practice in which a healthcare professional knowingly and intentionally provides a competent patient, who has requested it, with the means to end their own life. This usually involves prescribing a lethal medication that the patient can self-administer to bring about a peaceful and dignified death. Assisted suicide is a controversial topic and is illegal in many parts of the world, while some countries and states have laws allowing it under certain circumstances. It's important to note that the specific definition and legality may vary depending on the jurisdiction.

1. Genes: A gene is the basic physical and functional unit of heredity. Genes are made up of DNA, which contains the instructions for the development and function of all living organisms.

Suicidal ideation is a medical term used to describe thoughts about, or an unusual preoccupation with, suicide. The range of suicidal ideation varies greatly from fleeting thoughts, to extensive thoughts, to detailed planning, role playing, and incomplete attempts, which may be deliberately constructed to not complete or to be discovered, or may be fully intended to result in death.

It's important to take any mention of suicide seriously and seek immediate help from a healthcare professional if someone is experiencing suicidal ideation. Mental health conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, borderline personality disorder, and substance abuse are commonly associated with an increased risk of suicidal thoughts.

If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please reach out to a mental health professional or trusted person immediately. In the US, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) or use the Crisis Text Line by texting HOME to 741741.

Firearms are not a medical condition or disease, so they do not have a medical definition. However, I can provide you with a general definition:

A firearm is a portable gun, being a weapon consisting of a tube or barrel from which shots, shells, or bullets are discharged by the action of gunpowder or other explosive. Firearms may be manual, semi-automatic, or automatic in their operation and can vary in size, shape, and capacity. They are used for various purposes, including hunting, sport shooting, self-defense, and law enforcement. It is important to note that the possession, use, and regulation of firearms are subject to laws and regulations that vary by country and jurisdiction.

Self-injurious behavior (SIB) refers to the intentional, direct injuring of one's own body without suicidal intentions. It is often repetitive and can take various forms such as cutting, burning, scratching, hitting, or bruising the skin. In some cases, individuals may also ingest harmful substances or objects.

SIB is not a mental disorder itself, but it is often associated with various psychiatric conditions, including borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, and eating disorders. It is also common in individuals with developmental disabilities, such as autism spectrum disorder.

The function of SIB can vary widely among individuals, but it often serves as a coping mechanism to deal with emotional distress, negative feelings, or traumatic experiences. It's essential to approach individuals who engage in SIB with compassion and understanding, focusing on treating the underlying causes rather than solely addressing the behavior itself. Professional mental health treatment and therapy can help individuals develop healthier coping strategies and improve their quality of life.

Poisoning is defined medically as the harmful, sometimes fatal, effect produced by a substance when it is introduced into or absorbed by living tissue. This can occur through various routes such as ingestion, inhalation, injection, or absorption through the skin. The severity of poisoning depends on the type and amount of toxin involved, the route of exposure, and the individual's age, health status, and susceptibility. Symptoms can range from mild irritation to serious conditions affecting multiple organs, and may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, difficulty breathing, seizures, or unconsciousness. Immediate medical attention is required in cases of poisoning to prevent severe health consequences or death.

Homicide is a legal term used to describe the taking of another human life. It is not a medical diagnosis, but rather a legal concept that may result in criminal charges. In medical terms, it might be referred to as "unnatural death" or "violent death." The term itself does not carry a connotation of guilt or innocence; it simply describes the factual occurrence of one person causing the death of another.

The legal definition of homicide varies by jurisdiction and can encompass a range of criminal charges, from manslaughter to murder, depending on the circumstances and intent behind the act.

Gunshot wounds are defined as traumatic injuries caused by the penetration of bullets or other projectiles fired from firearms into the body. The severity and extent of damage depend on various factors such as the type of firearm used, the distance between the muzzle and the victim, the size and shape of the bullet, and its velocity.

Gunshot wounds can be classified into two main categories:

1. Penetrating gunshot wounds: These occur when a bullet enters the body but does not exit, causing damage to the organs, tissues, and blood vessels along its path.

2. Perforating gunshot wounds: These happen when a bullet enters and exits the body, creating an entry and exit wound, causing damage to the structures it traverses.

Based on the mechanism of injury, gunshot wounds can also be categorized into low-velocity (less than 1000 feet per second) and high-velocity (greater than 1000 feet per second) injuries. High-velocity gunshot wounds are more likely to cause extensive tissue damage due to the transfer of kinetic energy from the bullet to the surrounding tissues.

Immediate medical attention is required for individuals with gunshot wounds, as they may experience significant blood loss, infection, and potential long-term complications such as organ dysfunction or disability. Treatment typically involves surgical intervention to control bleeding, remove foreign material, repair damaged structures, and manage infections if present.

The "cause of death" is a medical determination of the disease, injury, or event that directly results in a person's death. This information is typically documented on a death certificate and may be used for public health surveillance, research, and legal purposes. The cause of death is usually determined by a physician based on their clinical judgment and any available medical evidence, such as laboratory test results, autopsy findings, or eyewitness accounts. In some cases, the cause of death may be uncertain or unknown, and the death may be classified as "natural," "accidental," "homicide," or "suicide" based on the available information.

Asphyxia is a medical condition that occurs when there is insufficient oxygen supply or excessive carbon dioxide buildup in the body, leading to impaired respiration and oxygenation of organs. This can result in unconsciousness, damage to internal organs, and potentially death if not treated promptly.

Asphyxia can be caused by various factors such as strangulation, choking, smoke inhalation, chemical exposure, or drowning. Symptoms of asphyxia may include shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing, cyanosis (bluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes), rapid heartbeat, confusion, and eventually loss of consciousness.

Immediate medical attention is required for individuals experiencing symptoms of asphyxia. Treatment may involve providing supplemental oxygen, removing the source of obstruction or exposure to harmful substances, and supporting respiratory function with mechanical ventilation if necessary. Prevention measures include avoiding hazardous environments, using proper safety equipment, and seeking prompt medical attention in case of suspected asphyxiation.

A mental disorder is a syndrome characterized by clinically significant disturbance in an individual's cognition, emotion regulation, or behavior. It's associated with distress and/or impaired functioning in social, occupational, or other important areas of life, often leading to a decrease in quality of life. These disorders are typically persistent and can be severe and disabling. They may be related to factors such as genetics, early childhood experiences, or trauma. Examples include depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and personality disorders. It's important to note that a diagnosis should be made by a qualified mental health professional.

Gas poisoning, also known as carbon monoxide poisoning or toxic inhalation, is a condition that results from exposure to harmful gases. This can occur through inhaling fumes from faulty heating systems, stoves, generators, or motor vehicles, especially in enclosed spaces. The gas interferes with the body's ability to transport oxygen, leading to symptoms such as headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, and confusion. In severe cases, it can cause loss of consciousness, brain damage, or even death. Immediate medical attention is required for diagnosis and treatment, which may include oxygen therapy and supportive care.

Medical Definition:

"Risk factors" are any attribute, characteristic or exposure of an individual that increases the likelihood of developing a disease or injury. They can be divided into modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors. Modifiable risk factors are those that can be changed through lifestyle choices or medical treatment, while non-modifiable risk factors are inherent traits such as age, gender, or genetic predisposition. Examples of modifiable risk factors include smoking, alcohol consumption, physical inactivity, and unhealthy diet, while non-modifiable risk factors include age, sex, and family history. It is important to note that having a risk factor does not guarantee that a person will develop the disease, but rather indicates an increased susceptibility.

Euthanasia is the act of intentionally ending a person's life to relieve suffering, typically carried out at the request of the person who is suffering and wants to die. This practice is also known as "assisted suicide" or "physician-assisted dying." It is a controversial issue that raises ethical, legal, and medical concerns.

Euthanasia can be classified into two main types: active and passive. Active euthanasia involves taking direct action to end a person's life, such as administering a lethal injection. Passive euthanasia, on the other hand, involves allowing a person to die by withholding or withdrawing medical treatment that is necessary to sustain their life.

Euthanasia is illegal in many countries and jurisdictions, while some have laws that allow it under certain circumstances. In recent years, there has been growing debate about whether euthanasia should be legalized and regulated to ensure that it is carried out in a humane and compassionate manner. Supporters argue that individuals have the right to choose how they die, especially if they are suffering from a terminal illness or chronic pain. Opponents, however, argue that legalizing euthanasia could lead to abuse and coercion, and that there are alternative ways to alleviate suffering, such as palliative care.

"Attitude to Death" is not a medical term per se, but it does refer to an individual's perspective, feelings, and beliefs about death and dying. It can encompass various aspects such as fear, acceptance, curiosity, denial, or preparation. While not a medical definition, understanding a person's attitude to death can be relevant in healthcare settings, particularly in palliative and end-of-life care, as it can influence their decisions and experiences around their own mortality.

A drug overdose occurs when a person ingests, inhales, or absorbs through the skin a toxic amount of a drug or combination of drugs. This can result in a variety of symptoms, depending on the type of drug involved. In some cases, an overdose can be fatal.

An overdose can occur accidentally, for example if a person mistakenly takes too much of a medication or if a child accidentally ingests a medication that was left within their reach. An overdose can also occur intentionally, such as when a person takes too much of a drug to attempt suicide or to achieve a desired high.

The symptoms of a drug overdose can vary widely depending on the type of drug involved. Some common symptoms of a drug overdose may include:

* Nausea and vomiting
* Abdominal pain
* Dizziness or confusion
* Difficulty breathing
* Seizures
* Unconsciousness
* Rapid heart rate or low blood pressure

If you suspect that someone has overdosed on a drug, it is important to seek medical help immediately. Call your local poison control center or emergency number (such as 911 in the United States) for assistance. If possible, try to provide the medical personnel with as much information as you can about the person and the drug(s) involved. This can help them to provide appropriate treatment more quickly.

I'm sorry for any confusion, but "Famous Persons" is not a medical term or concept. It refers to individuals who are widely known and recognized in the public sphere due to their achievements, contributions, or notoriety in various fields such as entertainment, politics, science, sports, and arts. If you have any questions related to medicine or health, I would be happy to try to help answer them!

A coroner and medical examiner are officials in the legal system who are responsible for investigating and determining the cause of death in certain cases. While their roles can overlap, there are some differences between them.

A coroner is a public official who is typically appointed or elected to serve in a particular jurisdiction, such as a county or district. The coroner's primary responsibility is to investigate any sudden, unexpected, or suspicious deaths that occur within their jurisdiction. This may include deaths that occur due to violence, accidents, suicide, or unknown causes.

In order to determine the cause of death, the coroner may conduct an autopsy, order toxicology tests, and review medical records and other evidence. The coroner may also hold an inquest, which is a formal hearing in which witnesses are called to testify about the circumstances surrounding the death. Based on the evidence gathered during the investigation, the coroner will make a determination as to the cause and manner of death.

A medical examiner, on the other hand, is a physician who has completed specialized training in forensic pathology. Medical examiners are typically appointed or hired by a government agency, such as a state or county, to perform autopsies and investigate deaths.

Medical examiners are responsible for determining the cause of death in cases where there is a suspicion of foul play, as well as in other circumstances where the cause of death may not be immediately apparent. They may also testify in court as expert witnesses based on their findings.

In some jurisdictions, the roles of coroner and medical examiner are combined, with the official serving as both a public administrator and a trained physician. In other cases, the two roles are separate, with the coroner responsible for administrative functions and the medical examiner responsible for determining the cause of death.

A depressive disorder is a mental health condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest or pleasure in activities. It can also include changes in sleep, appetite, energy levels, concentration, and self-esteem, as well as thoughts of death or suicide. Depressive disorders can vary in severity and duration, with some people experiencing mild and occasional symptoms, while others may have severe and chronic symptoms that interfere with their ability to function in daily life.

There are several types of depressive disorders, including major depressive disorder (MDD), persistent depressive disorder (PDD), and postpartum depression. MDD is characterized by symptoms that interfere significantly with a person's ability to function and last for at least two weeks, while PDD involves chronic low-grade depression that lasts for two years or more. Postpartum depression occurs in women after childbirth and can range from mild to severe.

Depressive disorders are thought to be caused by a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors. Treatment typically involves a combination of medication, psychotherapy (talk therapy), and lifestyle changes.

Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is a medical condition that occurs when carbon monoxide gas is inhaled, leading to the accumulation of this toxic gas in the bloodstream. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas produced by the incomplete combustion of fossil fuels such as natural gas, propane, oil, wood, or coal.

When carbon monoxide is inhaled, it binds to hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body. This binding forms carboxyhemoglobin (COHb), which reduces the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood and leads to hypoxia, or insufficient oxygen supply to the body's tissues and organs.

The symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning can vary depending on the level of exposure and the duration of exposure. Mild to moderate CO poisoning may cause symptoms such as headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, chest pain, and confusion. Severe CO poisoning can lead to loss of consciousness, seizures, heart failure, respiratory failure, and even death.

Carbon monoxide poisoning is a medical emergency that requires immediate treatment. Treatment typically involves administering high-flow oxygen therapy to help eliminate carbon monoxide from the body and prevent further damage to tissues and organs. In some cases, hyperbaric oxygen therapy may be used to accelerate the elimination of CO from the body.

Prevention is key in avoiding carbon monoxide poisoning. It is essential to ensure that all fuel-burning appliances are properly maintained and ventilated, and that carbon monoxide detectors are installed and functioning correctly in homes and other enclosed spaces.

"Sex distribution" is a term used to describe the number of males and females in a study population or sample. It can be presented as a simple count, a percentage, or a ratio. This information is often used in research to identify any differences in health outcomes, disease prevalence, or response to treatment between males and females. Additionally, understanding sex distribution can help researchers ensure that their studies are representative of the general population and can inform the design of future studies.

"Sex factors" is a term used in medicine and epidemiology to refer to the differences in disease incidence, prevalence, or response to treatment that are observed between males and females. These differences can be attributed to biological differences such as genetics, hormones, and anatomy, as well as social and cultural factors related to gender.

For example, some conditions such as autoimmune diseases, depression, and osteoporosis are more common in women, while others such as cardiovascular disease and certain types of cancer are more prevalent in men. Additionally, sex differences have been observed in the effectiveness and side effects of various medications and treatments.

It is important to consider sex factors in medical research and clinical practice to ensure that patients receive appropriate and effective care.

Unemployment is an economic concept rather than a medical one. It refers to the situation where individuals who are actively seeking employment are unable to find work. The World Health Organization (WHO) and other medical bodies do not provide a specific medical definition for unemployment. However, unemployment can have significant impacts on both physical and mental health, leading to issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, and poor physical health.

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), also simply referred to as depression, is a serious mental health condition characterized by the presence of one or more major depressive episodes. A major depressive episode is a period of at least two weeks during which an individual experiences a severely depressed mood and/or loss of interest or pleasure in nearly all activities, accompanied by at least four additional symptoms such as significant changes in appetite or weight, sleep disturbances, psychomotor agitation or retardation, fatigue or loss of energy, feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt, difficulty thinking, concentrating, or making decisions, and recurrent thoughts of death or suicide.

MDD can significantly impair an individual's ability to function in daily life, and it is associated with increased risks of suicide, substance abuse, and other mental health disorders. The exact cause of MDD is not fully understood, but it is believed to result from a complex interplay of genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors. Treatment typically involves a combination of psychotherapy (such as cognitive-behavioral therapy) and medication (such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors or tricyclic antidepressants).

An "accident" is an unfortunate event that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally, typically resulting in damage or injury. In medical terms, an accident refers to an unplanned occurrence resulting in harm or injury to a person's body, which may require medical attention. Accidents can happen due to various reasons such as human error, mechanical failure, or environmental factors.

Examples of accidents that may require medical attention include:

1. Traffic accidents: These can result in injuries such as fractures, head trauma, and soft tissue injuries.
2. Workplace accidents: These can include falls, machinery malfunctions, or exposure to hazardous substances, resulting in injuries or illnesses.
3. Home accidents: These can include burns, cuts, falls, or poisoning, which may require medical treatment.
4. Sports accidents: These can result in injuries such as sprains, strains, fractures, or concussions.
5. Recreational accidents: These can occur during activities such as swimming, hiking, or biking and may result in injuries such as drowning, falls, or trauma.

Preventing accidents is crucial to maintaining good health and safety. This can be achieved through education, awareness, and the implementation of safety measures in various settings such as homes, workplaces, and roads.

Ganciclovir is an antiviral medication used to prevent and treat cytomegalovirus (CMV) infections, particularly in individuals who have undergone organ transplants or have weakened immune systems due to conditions like HIV/AIDS. It works by inhibiting the replication of the virus, thereby reducing its ability to cause damage to the body's cells and tissues.

The medical definition of Ganciclovir is:

A synthetic nucleoside analogue with antiviral activity against herpesviruses, including cytomegalovirus (CMV). Ganciclovir is converted intracellularly to its active form, ganciclovir triphosphate, which inhibits viral DNA polymerase and subsequently prevents viral replication. It is primarily used for the prevention and treatment of CMV infections in immunocompromised patients, such as those who have undergone organ transplants or have HIV/AIDS. Ganciclovir is available in various formulations, including oral capsules, intravenous solution, and ocular implants.

Active euthanasia is the deliberate act of causing the death of a patient, at their voluntary and competent request, in order to relieve them from suffering from an incurable illness or condition. It is also known as physician-assisted suicide or doctor-assisted dying. This practice is regulated and legal in some countries, such as the Netherlands, Belgium, and Canada, under strict conditions and regulations. In contrast, passive euthanasia refers to the withholding or withdrawing of life-sustaining treatments, allowing the natural course of the disease to take its place, which is generally more accepted and less controversial than active euthanasia.

Thymidine kinase (TK) is an enzyme that plays a crucial role in the synthesis of thymidine triphosphate (dTMP), a nucleotide required for DNA replication and repair. It catalyzes the phosphorylation of thymidine to thymidine monophosphate (dTMP) by transferring a phosphate group from adenosine triphosphate (ATP).

There are two major isoforms of thymidine kinase in humans: TK1 and TK2. TK1 is primarily found in the cytoplasm of proliferating cells, such as those involved in the cell cycle, while TK2 is located mainly in the mitochondria and is responsible for maintaining the dNTP pool required for mtDNA replication and repair.

Thymidine kinase activity has been used as a marker for cell proliferation, particularly in cancer cells, which often exhibit elevated levels of TK1 due to their high turnover rates. Additionally, measuring TK1 levels can help monitor the effectiveness of certain anticancer therapies that target DNA replication.

"Age distribution" is a term used to describe the number of individuals within a population or sample that fall into different age categories. It is often presented in the form of a graph, table, or chart, and can provide important information about the demographic structure of a population.

The age distribution of a population can be influenced by a variety of factors, including birth rates, mortality rates, migration patterns, and aging. Public health officials and researchers use age distribution data to inform policies and programs related to healthcare, social services, and other areas that affect the well-being of populations.

For example, an age distribution graph might show a larger number of individuals in the younger age categories, indicating a population with a high birth rate. Alternatively, it might show a larger number of individuals in the older age categories, indicating a population with a high life expectancy or an aging population. Understanding the age distribution of a population can help policymakers plan for future needs and allocate resources more effectively.

Cytosine deaminase is an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolytic deamination of cytosine residues in DNA or deoxycytidine residues in RNA, converting them to uracil or uridine, respectively. This enzyme plays a role in the regulation of gene expression and is also involved in the defense against viral infections in some organisms. In humans, cytosine deamination in DNA can lead to mutations and has been implicated in the development of certain diseases, including cancer.

Active, voluntary euthanasia is a medical practice in which a patient, who has made a conscious and voluntary decision to end their own life, receives assistance from a healthcare professional to do so. This type of euthanasia involves the deliberate act of causing the patient's death, typically through the administration of a lethal dose of medication, at the patient's explicit request.

Active, voluntary euthanasia is a controversial topic and is illegal in many parts of the world. However, some countries and jurisdictions have laws that allow for medically assisted dying under certain circumstances, such as when a patient is suffering from a terminal illness or has an incurable condition that causes unbearable suffering.

It's important to note that active, voluntary euthanasia should not be confused with palliative sedation, which involves the use of medication to relieve pain and suffering at the end of life, even if it may hasten death as a secondary effect. Palliative sedation is a widely accepted medical practice, while active, voluntary euthanasia remains a contentious issue.

"Right to Die" is not a medical term per se, but it's a concept that has significant implications in medical ethics and patient care. It generally refers to the right of a competent, terminally ill individual to choose to end their life in a humane and dignified manner, usually through physician-assisted suicide or euthanasia. This decision is typically made when the individual experiences unbearable suffering and believes that death is preferable to continued living.

The right to die raises complex ethical, legal, and medical issues related to autonomy, informed consent, palliative care, and end-of-life decision-making. It's important to note that while some jurisdictions have laws allowing physician-assisted suicide or euthanasia under specific circumstances, others do not, reflecting the ongoing debate about this issue in society.

Depression is a mood disorder that is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest in activities. It can also cause significant changes in sleep, appetite, energy level, concentration, and behavior. Depression can interfere with daily life and normal functioning, and it can increase the risk of suicide and other mental health disorders. The exact cause of depression is not known, but it is believed to be related to a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors. There are several types of depression, including major depressive disorder, persistent depressive disorder, postpartum depression, and seasonal affective disorder. Treatment for depression typically involves a combination of medication and psychotherapy.

I'm sorry for any confusion, but "United States" is a geopolitical entity, specifically the name of the country consisting of 50 states, and it is not a medical term or concept. Therefore, I can't provide a medical definition for it. If you have any questions related to health, medicine, or biology, I would be happy to try to help answer those!

I'm sorry for any confusion, but "Wales" is not a medical term. It is a country that is part of the United Kingdom, located in Western Europe. If you have any questions about medical terms or concepts, I would be happy to help answer those!

Bereavement is the state of loss or grief experienced when a person experiences the death of a loved one, friend, or family member. It is a normal response to the death of someone close and can involve a range of emotions such as sadness, anger, guilt, and anxiety. The grieving process can be different for everyone and can take time to work through. Professional support may be sought to help cope with the loss.

"Age factors" refer to the effects, changes, or differences that age can have on various aspects of health, disease, and medical care. These factors can encompass a wide range of issues, including:

1. Physiological changes: As people age, their bodies undergo numerous physical changes that can affect how they respond to medications, illnesses, and medical procedures. For example, older adults may be more sensitive to certain drugs or have weaker immune systems, making them more susceptible to infections.
2. Chronic conditions: Age is a significant risk factor for many chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and arthritis. As a result, age-related medical issues are common and can impact treatment decisions and outcomes.
3. Cognitive decline: Aging can also lead to cognitive changes, including memory loss and decreased decision-making abilities. These changes can affect a person's ability to understand and comply with medical instructions, leading to potential complications in their care.
4. Functional limitations: Older adults may experience physical limitations that impact their mobility, strength, and balance, increasing the risk of falls and other injuries. These limitations can also make it more challenging for them to perform daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, or cooking.
5. Social determinants: Age-related factors, such as social isolation, poverty, and lack of access to transportation, can impact a person's ability to obtain necessary medical care and affect their overall health outcomes.

Understanding age factors is critical for healthcare providers to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care that addresses the unique needs and challenges of older adults. By taking these factors into account, healthcare providers can develop personalized treatment plans that consider a person's age, physical condition, cognitive abilities, and social circumstances.

Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, is a mental health condition that causes extreme mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression). When you become depressed, you may feel sad or hopeless and lose interest or pleasure in most activities. When your mood shifts to mania or hypomania (a less severe form of mania), you may feel euphoric, full of energy, or unusually irritable. These mood swings can significantly affect your job, school, relationships, and overall quality of life.

Bipolar disorder is typically characterized by the presence of one or more manic or hypomanic episodes, often accompanied by depressive episodes. The episodes may be separated by periods of normal mood, but in some cases, a person may experience rapid cycling between mania and depression.

There are several types of bipolar disorder, including:

* Bipolar I Disorder: This type is characterized by the occurrence of at least one manic episode, which may be preceded or followed by hypomanic or major depressive episodes.
* Bipolar II Disorder: This type involves the presence of at least one major depressive episode and at least one hypomanic episode, but no manic episodes.
* Cyclothymic Disorder: This type is characterized by numerous periods of hypomania and depression that are not severe enough to meet the criteria for a full manic or depressive episode.
* Other Specified and Unspecified Bipolar and Related Disorders: These categories include bipolar disorders that do not fit the criteria for any of the other types.

The exact cause of bipolar disorder is unknown, but it appears to be related to a combination of genetic, environmental, and neurochemical factors. Treatment typically involves a combination of medication, psychotherapy, and lifestyle changes to help manage symptoms and prevent relapses.

Genetic therapy, also known as gene therapy, is a medical intervention that involves the use of genetic material, such as DNA or RNA, to treat or prevent diseases. It works by introducing functional genes into cells to replace missing or faulty ones caused by genetic disorders or mutations. The introduced gene is incorporated into the recipient's genome, allowing for the production of a therapeutic protein that can help manage the disease symptoms or even cure the condition.

There are several approaches to genetic therapy, including:

1. Replacing a faulty gene with a healthy one
2. Inactivating or "silencing" a dysfunctional gene causing a disease
3. Introducing a new gene into the body to help fight off a disease, such as cancer

Genetic therapy holds great promise for treating various genetic disorders, including cystic fibrosis, muscular dystrophy, hemophilia, and certain types of cancer. However, it is still an evolving field with many challenges, such as efficient gene delivery, potential immune responses, and ensuring the safety and long-term effectiveness of the therapy.

Life change events refer to significant changes or transitions in an individual's personal circumstances that may have an impact on their health and well-being. These events can include things like:

* Marriage or divorce
* Birth of a child or loss of a loved one
* Job loss or retirement
* Moving to a new home or city
* Changes in financial status
* Health diagnoses or serious illnesses
* Starting or ending of a significant relationship

Research has shown that life change events can have a profound effect on an individual's stress levels, mental health, and physical health. Some life change events may be positive and exciting, while others may be challenging and difficult to cope with. In either case, it is important for individuals to take care of themselves during times of transition and seek support as needed.

Antidepressive agents are a class of medications used to treat various forms of depression and anxiety disorders. They act on neurotransmitters, the chemical messengers in the brain, to restore the balance that has been disrupted by mental illness. The most commonly prescribed types of antidepressants include selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), and monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). These medications can help alleviate symptoms such as low mood, loss of interest in activities, changes in appetite and sleep patterns, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and thoughts of death or suicide. It is important to note that antidepressants may take several weeks to reach their full effectiveness and may cause side effects, so it is essential to work closely with a healthcare provider to find the right medication and dosage.

I'm sorry for any confusion, but "railroads" is not a term that has a widely accepted medical definition. It is most commonly associated with the transportation industry, referring to networks of railroad tracks and the companies that operate them. If you have any questions about a specific medical term or concept, I would be happy to try to help clarify that for you.

Religion: This is a complex and multifaceted concept that refers to beliefs, practices, rituals, ethics, worldviews, and moral codes that are often centered around a higher power or supernatural being(s). Religions can provide a sense of community, identity, purpose, and meaning for individuals. They can also influence attitudes, behaviors, values, and emotions.

Psychology: This is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes, including thoughts, feelings, perceptions, memories, motivations, and sensations. It seeks to understand how people interact with their environment, how they process information, and how they make decisions. Psychology also examines the biological, social, developmental, and cultural factors that influence human behavior and mental health.

Religion and Psychology: The intersection of religion and psychology is a growing field of study that explores the complex relationships between religious beliefs, practices, and experiences, and psychological processes, outcomes, and disorders. This field examines how religious beliefs and practices can influence mental health, coping strategies, social support, and well-being, as well as how psychological factors can shape religious attitudes, behaviors, and experiences. It also investigates the potential benefits and risks of religious involvement for mental health, such as the role of religion in promoting resilience and meaning-making versus the potential for religious trauma or conflict. Additionally, this field considers ethical issues related to the integration of religious and psychological approaches to treatment and care.

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Ten states and Washington, D.C., have already legalized assisted suicide across the country and 12 states are considering legislation in 2023. (ncregister.com)

Canada legalized physician-assisted suicide - what has been termed "medical aid in dying" - in 2016. (christianpost.com)
Canada legalized assisted suicide and euthanasia in June 2016, and the province of Quebec in December 2015. (lifesitenews.com)
Known euphemistically as "MAiD," this organ and tissue donation system relies on a steady stream of suicided corpses from which to harvest - something that the Ottawa Citizen has eagerly been promoting even before assisted suicide became legal in Canada back in 2016. (newstarget.com)
A 2016 French law provides that doctors can keep terminally ill patients sedated before death but stops short of allowing assisted suicide. (metro.us)
Applicants could consider potential 'mechanisms of action' in the suicidal process through the Research Domain Criteria (RDoC) framework (see https://www.nimh.nih.gov/news/events/2016/mechanisms-underlying-suicide-risk/index.shtml ). (nih.gov)
Addition of measures to explore potential 'mechanisms of action' in the suicidal process through the Research Domain Criteria (RDoC) framework (see https://www.nimh.nih.gov/news/events/2016/mechanisms-underlying-suicide-risk/index.shtml ). (nih.gov)

With a 46-28 vote last night, the Dutch Senate passed a law allowing those "suffering unbearabl[y]" with "no prospect of improvement" to commit suicide, and making doctors who help with the procedure immune from prosecution. (christianitytoday.com)
Encouraging patients to commit suicide deprives them of the opportunity to potentially be cured by new treatments that could ameliorate their condition and even add years to their lives, if not cure them completely. (frc.org)
In other words, many patients with six-month diagnoses could just as easily be cured from their cancer after treatment, meaning that assisted suicide policies create a whole patient subset who do not have a terminal illness that can still legally commit suicide. (frc.org)
They all think any minute I'm going to commit suicide. (crisismagazine.com)
Nonetheless it is disturbing to read that the Democratic candidate for the governor of California, Gavin Newsom, casually told a journalist for The New Yorker that he assisted his mother to commit suicide in 2002. (bioedge.org)
In recognizing a right to commit suicide with the assistance of third parties, the En banc majority in Compassion in Dying swept aside a uniform tradition of legal and societal opposition to suicide and assisted suicide that dates back to the earliest days of the common law. (aul.org)
Causing a person by force to commit suicide is murder. (rtl.org)
Help an individual plan to attempt or commit suicide. (rtl.org)
You're not talking about someone trying to explain how to commit suicide. (wbaa.org)
A number of studies have shown that depressed cancer patients are more likely to request euthanasia or physician-assisted suicide and are more likely to commit suicide. (nih.gov)

CN) - Nevada is joining several legislatures across the country in considering legalization of physician-assisted suicide. (courthousenews.com)
The challenge, then, is to determine how legalization of physician-assisted suicide would affect the wellbeing of terminally ill patients and their medical decision-making. (danariely.com)

The author talks about the need to assist dying patients by taking a deeper look into palliative care and providing the patient with the necessities and information about withholding treatment that can save their lives (Lachman, 2015, p. 56). (ipl.org)
They also argued that the prosecution of such physicians "violates the constitutional right to the equal protection of law by treating differently terminally ill adults who wish to receive [assisted suicide] and terminally ill adults who wish to hasten death by the voluntarily stopping of eating and drinking (VSED), withdrawal of life support, or palliative sedation. (catholicnewsagency.com)
Ames said that neither of two relevant SJC decisions suggest "that the principles that underlie the right to refuse medical treatment apply to the affirmative act of taking one's own life with the assistance of a willing physician," and that the SJC would likely maintain "a strong distinction between [assisted suicide], and the withdrawal of treatment and palliative care. (catholicnewsagency.com)
The legislature could, too, conclude that assisted suicide "is not equivalent to permissible alternatives," citing the difference between assisted suicide and voluntary cessation of nutrition and hydration, withdrawal of life support, or palliative sedation. (catholicnewsagency.com)
The Catholic Church supports, rather than assisted suicide or euthanasia, palliative care, which means seeking to accompany a patient towards the end of their lives with methods such as pain management. (ncregister.com)
In approximately 75% of cases, it was primarily patients receiving palliative care for whom there were no therapeutic options who asked for a prescription for suicide medication. (medscape.com)
11. Physician-assisted suicide, euthanasia and palliative sedation: attitudes and knowledge of medical students. (nih.gov)

Physician- assisted suicide remains a debated topic which causes physicians, nurses and those involved to take a look at what they value and what they are willing to do in order to carry out a patient's wishes. (ipl.org)
Unfortunately, accurate data and reporting is lacking depicting how many patients have died by assisted suicide since death certificates are falsified by listing the patient's underlying illness as the cause of death rather than death by a concoction of lethal medications. (freedom2care.org)
Among the arguments Kligler and Steinbach made were that prosecution of a physician for manslaughter who prescribes medication for assisted suicide "impermissibly restricts a patient's constitutional right to privacy" and their "fundamental liberty interests. (catholicnewsagency.com)
While two witnesses must be present at the patient's request of physician assisted suicide, NONE are needed at the time of the suicide. (mdrtl.org)
According to the Vermont Department of Health, assisted suicide is available for those "suffering from an incurable and irreversible disease" that will end the patient's life within six months. (ncregister.com)
The practice of a physician facilitating a patient's desire to end their own life by providing either the information or the means (e.g., medications) for suicide is illegal in most countries. (cdc.gov)
Gravity assists in lowering the diaphragm as the patient's angle of inclination is increased. (medscape.com)

Over the past few years, proponents of physician-assisted suicide (PAS) have been pushing the American Medical Association (AMA) to amend its Code of Ethics as it pertains to the practice. (crisismagazine.com)
The proponents of physician assisted suicide laws assert they support the right to what they call "death with dignity. (ncd.gov)

The last phase of life: who requests and who receives euthanasia or physician-assisted suicide? (nih.gov)
In about two thirds, the request did not lead to euthanasia or physician-assisted suicide being performed, in 39% because the patient died before the request could be granted and in 38% because the physician thought the criteria for due care were not met. (nih.gov)

If you live in a state that has not taken up legislation on physician-assisted suicide (PAS), beware. (crisismagazine.com)
When we're talking about changing public policy that impacts the health care system we all depend on, and the real world of families that are not necessarily all loving and supportive, legislators have an obligation to think of everyone, not just those who are safe from the very real risks posed by assisted suicide legislation. (nj.com)
Southern Baptist Theological Seminary President Albert Mohler Jr. has denounced legislation in Canada to expand assisted suicide to include those with disabilities. (christianpost.com)
In an episode of Mohler's podcast " The Briefing " posted online Tuesday, the Southern Baptist leader said the legislation showed the slippery slope nature of legalized physician-assisted suicide. (christianpost.com)
Assisted suicide legislation was raised in 2009 but it never received a public hearing in the Judiciary Committee. (ctnewsjunkie.com)
This year, lawmakers are introducing several similar pieces of assisted-suicide, or aid-in-dying legislation, including one that will start in the Public Health Committee. (ctnewsjunkie.com)
Voluntary Assisted Dying Legislation in Victoria: What Can We Learn from the Netherlands Experience? (nih.gov)
Dangers of Proposed Assisted Suicide (PAS) Legislation in Maryland. (mdrtl.org)
Proposed Physician Assisted Suicide legislation in Maryland is nearly identical to Oregon's law. (mdrtl.org)
Vermont legalized assisted suicide in 2013, but with this new law became the first state in the nation to change its legislation to allow the life-ending procedure to those living out of state, according to The Associated Press . (ncregister.com)
I echo his sentiment with this new legislation, which removes a residency requirement and expands access to assisted suicide," he said. (ncregister.com)
Against the backdrop of ongoing legislation regarding assisted suicide , the German Society of Hematology and Medical Oncology (DGHO) is asking that emotions be removed from the debate. (medscape.com)

If Illinois legalizes doctor-assisted suicide, it will join the nine states as well as the District of Columbia that have such statutes. (dailyherald.com)
The fact remains that if doctor-assisted suicide is legalized, people with disabilities will become targets for eager medical professionals, family members and friends who believe that easing someone's pain via death is compassionate. (dailyherald.com)
Legalizing doctor-assisted suicide will put the lives of people with disabilities in jeopardy. (dailyherald.com)
Rather than legalizing doctor-assisted suicide, energy must be put toward improving and increasing genuine options for education, employment, housing, and in-home assistance for the disabled. (dailyherald.com)
Nearly 45 per cent said they were in favour of legalizing doctor-assisted suicide. (cbc.ca)
Legalizing doctor-assisted suicide can lead toward involuntary euthanasia , as we've seen in the Netherlands. (blueoregon.com)
If the law permits doctor-assisted suicide it could actually create a financial incentive for insurance companies to encourage prematurely ending the lives of those in need of long-term care. (blueoregon.com)
The official doctor-assisted suicide statistics published by the State of Oregon have also reported such cases. (firstthings.com)

SB336 extends those rights by giving patients the right to "self-determination concerning medically assisted, informed, voluntary decisions about dying with dignity and avoiding unnecessary suffering. (courthousenews.com)
Our most recent research involved interviews with 59 nurse practitioners or registered nurses across Canada who accompanied patients and families along the journey of medically assisted dying or who had chosen to conscientiously object. (consciencelaws.org)
The new regulation of voluntary euthanasia and medically assisted suicide in the Netherlands. (nih.gov)

Assisted suicide for depression is controversial, and experts worry about unclouded decision-making in patients and physicians. (healthline.com)
But rest assured in this: assisted suicide asks physicians to violate the Hippocratic Oath and puts them in the position of judge, jury, and executioner of their own patients. (freedom2care.org)
These two organizations are the two biggest advocacy groups pushing for the legalization of suicide by physicians in states. (aul.org)
How does assisting with suicide affect physicians? (consciencelaws.org)
In a decision dated Dec. 31, 2019 , Justice Mary Ames of the Suffolk Superior Court ruled that physicians who prescribe lethal medication for assisted suicide in Massachusetts can be prosecuted for involuntary manslaughter, but that physicians may provide information and advice on assisted suicide to terminally ill, competent adults. (catholicnewsagency.com)
Ames wrote in her decision that "any physician is free to provide information on the jurisdictions where [assisted suicide] is legal, guidance and information on the procedures and requirements in those jurisdictions, and referrals to physicians who can provide [assisted suicide] in those jurisdictions. (catholicnewsagency.com)
The author states with regard to physician-assisted suicide, proponents are most likely to get what they want by presenting compelling stories of dying patients asking their physicians for means to avoid the seemingly meaningless pain & indignity of terminal illness. (suicideinfo.ca)
Even if assisted suicide is only seriously considered by a few people, we assume that physicians in hematology and oncology will be confronted with such inquiries more commonly in the future," said Prof Jan Schildmann, MD, PhD, author of the survey and director of the Institute for the History and Ethics of Medicine at the Medical Faculty of the Martin Luther University of Halle-Wittenberg. (medscape.com)

Arguments in support of assisted death include respect for patient autonomy, equal treatment of terminally ill patients on and off life support, compassion, personal liberty, transparency and ethics of responsibility. (wikipedia.org)
However we may define autonomy, it is but one factor in judging the ethics of assisted suicide. (psychiatrictimes.com)
We appreciate Don A. Merrell, PhD's detailed rejoinder to our 2 essays on " autonomy " in the context of physician-assisted suicide (PAS). (psychiatrictimes.com)
Death as the only certainty of human being is focused and specially on the view of assisted suicide as a legal decision or an act of autonomy. (bvsalud.org)

More than 48,000 people die by suicide each year in the United States, making it the 10th leading cause of death overall. (nih.gov)
Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death, with rates increasing over several decades for all age groups, even while rates of many other major causes of premature mortality have declined. (nih.gov)

In July, 2017, Canadian euthanasia/assisted suicide (EAS) practitioners and advocates alleged that patient access to euthanasia and assisted suicide was in danger because of "barriers" and "disincentives" to physician participation. (consciencelaws.org)

The Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith's September 2020 letter Samaritanus bonus reaffirmed the Church's perennial teaching on the sinfulness of euthanasia and assisted suicide. (ncregister.com)

Advocates typically maintain that abuse of physician-assisted suicide (PAS) laws is extremely difficult, and when it comes to the legalization of PAS, we have nothing to worry about. (crisismagazine.com)
Assisted suicide advocates paint themselves as "compassionate progressives," fighting for freedom against the religious right. (nj.com)
Maryland Against Physician Assisted Suicide, a nonpartisan coalition of doctors, mental health professionals, disability rights advocates, and religious leaders, opposed the bill in a Jan. 28 statement. (catholicnewsagency.com)
Washington, DC (LifeNews.com) - Echoing the concerns of pro-life advocates who say the nation's high court wrongly decided the issue of abortion more than thirty years ago, Supreme Court justice Antonin Scalia on Tuesday said issues such as abortion and assisted suicide shouldn't be decided for the entire country by a few unelected judges. (lifenews.com)
Disability rights advocates will continue to press the legislature that assisted suicide is just too dangerous," John Kelly, director of Second Thoughts, commented Jan. 13. (catholicnewsagency.com)

Assisted suicide , now referred to as physician-assisted death, is one type of medical assistance in dying (MAiD). (healthline.com)
Definitions of physician-assisted death vary across medical platforms and legal jurisdictions, but physician-assisted death typically occurs when a doctor prescribes (but doesn't administer) life-ending medications to someone who is living with a terminal illness. (healthline.com)
When you request physician-assisted death, you're relying on someone else's ability to assess your level of suffering, something the AMA and other professional agencies believe is impossible to regulate. (healthline.com)
If two people are experiencing the same terminal illness , for example, why would one qualify for physician-assisted death but not the other? (healthline.com)
Mental health professionals do have a role to play when it comes to physician-assisted death. (healthline.com)
If you've requested physician-assisted death, you may be required to undergo a mental health evaluation, including a depression screening , to see if underlying factors might be impairing judgment. (healthline.com)
Physician-assisted death is not a universal privilege in the United States. (healthline.com)
Currently, only the District of Colombia and 7 states have laws in place allowing physician-assisted death. (healthline.com)
Two other states, Montana and California, will consider requests for physician-assisted death through court rulings. (healthline.com)
This means, in these two states, you're not entitled to physician-assisted death by law, but individual cases may be granted permission based on their circumstances. (healthline.com)
When asked if they would likely or very likely participate if physician-assisted death was legalized, 27 per cent said yes. (cbc.ca)
10. Continuous deep sedation in end-of-life care: disentangling palliation from physician-assisted death. (nih.gov)
12. Physician-assisted death: dying with dignity? (nih.gov)
18. Continuous deep sedation until death: palliation or physician-assisted death? (nih.gov)

Assemblyman John Burzichelli (D-Gloucester) has introduced a bill that would legalize physician-assisted suicide for terminally ill patients. (nj.com)
The bill is based on an Oregon law that allows physician assisted suicide for terminally ill patients with a prognosis of six months or fewer to live, the Washington Post reports. (catholicnewsagency.com)
Ames concluded that "there appears to be a broad consensus that this issue is not best addressed by the judiciary," and that there are strong arguments for prohibiting assisted suicide or ensuring it "occurs in an environment in which clear, thoughtful, and mandatory standards are in place to protect terminally ill patients who wish to make an irreversible decision. (catholicnewsagency.com)

It is typical that once assisted suicide is legalized in a state, any "safeguards" that were in place are removed and greater access is expanded. (freedom2care.org)
Critics of assisted suicide bills argue that they lack sufficient safeguards to protect against coercion and leave sick and elderly patients vulnerable to pressure and exploitation. (catholicnewsagency.com)
Once assisted suicide and euthanasia are legalized, the scope of any initial "safeguards" and limitations eventually get broadened by subsequent court decisions and medical interruptions. (mdrtl.org)

What are the criteria for assisted suicide? (healthline.com)
Some states no longer require a terminal diagnosis of six months or less to be one of the criteria for assisted suicide. (freedom2care.org)
To summarize that: Expanding the eligibility criteria for assisted suicide is a positive thing because more dead people means more available organs," Van Maren goes on to write. (newstarget.com)

Currently, three bills on assisted suicide are pending. (medscape.com)

When death is imminent (half a year or less) patients can choose to have assisted death as a medical option to shorten what the person perceives to be an unbearable dying process. (wikipedia.org)
The suicide drug or drugs can be administered only by the patients themselves. (courthousenews.com)
The Oregon reports only tell us what the prescribing doctors indicated were the patients' reasons for wanting assisted suicide by checking off one or more of seven reasons on a multiple choice state government form. (nj.com)
Many believe that patients pursue assisted suicide primarily to escape physical pain. (freedom2care.org)
In states where physician-assisted suicide is legal we continue to see reports of large numbers of patients who receive yet never take the lethal dose," said Christine Sybert, clinical pharmacist at St. Agnes Hospital in Baltimore and a member of Maryland Against Physician Assisted Suicide. (catholicnewsagency.com)
As the American population ages, the debate about the ethics of physician-assisted suicide for terminal patients becomes more important. (danariely.com)
We are very saddened that Colorado voters have given their doctors the right to prescribe lethal drugs for the purpose of assisting their patients suicide. (lifenews.com)
But while it is in effect, for the federal government to permit the dispensing of otherwise prohibited federally controlled drugs to kill patients means the federal government is affirmatively facilitating assisted suicide. (euthanasia.com)
The Canadian newspaper Ottawa Citizen is celebrating the legalization of assisted suicide in Canada because now there are a whole lot more organs and tissues available for desperate patients. (newstarget.com)
Some assisted suicide patients in Oregon have woken up to discover that their suicide has failed. (bioedge.org)
Euthanasia and Physician-Assisted Suicide in Patients With Multiple Geriatric Syndromes. (nih.gov)
Assisted suicide, which involves patients self-administering a lethal dose of drugs, is allowed in Switzerland. (metro.us)
Given recent legislative changes concerning assisted death (euthanasia and assisted suicide), it is vital to examine the perspectives of nurses regarding their care of patients who want to die. (suicideinfo.ca)
There is clearly a great need for cancer patients to be informed about the possibility of suicide. (medscape.com)
Information about the suicide process had been requested at least once by patients from 57.5% of the oncologists surveyed. (medscape.com)

People who support legalizing physician-assisted suicide want the people who assist in a voluntary death to be exempt from criminal prosecution for manslaughter or similar crimes. (wikipedia.org)
Assisted suicide is contrasted to euthanasia, sometimes referred to as mercy killing, where the person dying does not directly bring about their own death, but is killed in order to stop the person from experiencing further suffering. (wikipedia.org)
It's often feelings of worthlessness, irrational guilt, and thoughts about death or dying, known as suicide ideation . (healthline.com)
The American Medical Association (AMA) Code of Medical Ethics maintains the position that assisting in death is against the fundamental code for medical practitioners. (healthline.com)
The history of self-assisted suicide dates back to the Roman and Greeks, where scholars approved of the decision to hasten death due to illness. (ipl.org)
He recorded a death-bed plea for assisted suicide , which was released after his death from a brain tumour. (cbc.ca)
This Supreme Court decision will hopefully be a spur to governments and stakeholders to make assisted death part of a comprehensive package of much better end-of-life care available for everybody,' Downar said. (cbc.ca)
Some states are requiring fewer mental health assessments be provided to a patient seeking to hasten death, and most recently, two states have removed residency requirements allowing non-residents seeking lethal prescriptions access to assisted suicide (Oregon and Vermont). (freedom2care.org)
The romantic notion of assisted suicide as something individuals do at the end of life to make their death more comfortable becomes tainted because without the means to live, the "right-to-die" becomes the dangerous default. (ncd.gov)
He is trying to hit this issue from all sides, with abortion, assisted suicide and the death penalty, all of which he is against. (blueoregon.com)
To make matters worse, a pair of Montrealers sued their province over a clause in its assisted suicide law that required natural death to be "reasonably foreseeable" as a qualifying restriction - meaning a person has to "be at the end of life" in order to legally kill himself with the help of a physician. (newstarget.com)
At common law in England, a suicide-defined as one who 'deliberately puts an end to his own existence, or commits any unlawful malicious act, the consequence of which is his own death,' 4 W. Blackstone, Commentaries *189-was criminally liable. (aul.org)
She also wrote that the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court had taken pains "to preserve what it viewed as a meaningful distinction between death that results naturally from the withdrawal of medical equipment and death that results from affirmative human efforts," and that it had said the law "does not permit suicide" or "unlimited self-determination. (catholicnewsagency.com)
In May, a 75-year-old man with cancer named Robert Fuller obtained a lethal drug overdose under Washington State's "Death with Dignity" Act, and planned his suicide down to the last detail - with help from suicide enthusiasts at "End of Life Washington. (thecatholicthing.org)
But Oregon's Health Plan refused to pay for that treatment and instead offered to pay for their suicides under the so-called "Death with Dignity Act. (mdrtl.org)
When death is sought : assisted suicide and euthanasia in the medical context. (who.int)
The rates of death by suicide though in the United States, they've been steadily increasing over the past two decades. (nih.gov)
And like you mentioned earlier, we won't know the actual suicide rates for some time, and that's partly because suicide is hard to determine, and it takes longer than other types of death. (nih.gov)

Right to die is the belief that people have a right to die, either through various forms of suicide, euthanasia, or refusing life-saving medical treatment. (wikipedia.org)
New research shows "existential distress," not pain, main reason why people choose assisted suicide Should religious organizations have to give up convictions to help foster children? (albertmohler.com)
For many people, relentless negative thoughts can make assisted suicide for depression seem like a reasonable option. (healthline.com)
Introduction People have moral and ethical values that assist them in making decisions about their healthcare on a daily basis. (ipl.org)
As one of countless disabled people who's survived a terminal prediction, I can't help but become concerned when the accuracy of a terminal prognosis determines whether someone gets suicide assistance rather than prevention. (nj.com)
I write on behalf of the National Council on Disability--an independent, nonpartisan federal agency charged with providing advice to Congress, the President, and other federal agencies on matters affecting the lives of people with disabilities--to urge you to uphold one of the tenets of the Hippocratic Oath, "Do No Harm" and affirm the AMA's long-standing position of opposing physician-assisted suicide (PAS). (ncd.gov)
Physician assisted suicide disproportionately harms people with disabilities, the elderly, and people who are poor and opens the door for insurance companies to provide PAS in lieu of costly treatment options. (ncd.gov)
The group has been "proactively" reaching out to people it deems probable candidates for assisted suicide in order to pair their body parts up with hopeful recipients. (newstarget.com)
Comment: Note that Compassion and Choices (aka Hemlock) is once again unperturbed by outrageous problems with assisted suicide: "It's going to be highly unlikely that people are going to use his service. (physiciansforlife.org)
This chapter reviews the high rate of suicide among older people, especially older, white alcoholics. (suicideinfo.ca)
People of the Final Exit Network are kind of testing the boundaries of what is acceptable and unacceptable in these very vague, broad assisted suicide laws," Lee says. (wbaa.org)
People may feel they are a "burden" and be coerced into suicide. (mdrtl.org)
Twenty-nine people sought assisted suicide from July 1, 2019, to June 30, 2021, according to the Vermont Department of Health's 2022 report . (ncregister.com)
People traveling to other countries for fertility treatments often are in search of assisted reproductive technologies (e.g., artificial insemination by a donor, in vitro fertilization). (cdc.gov)
Some people consider physician-assisted suicide (PAS) tourism, also known as suicide travel or suicide tourism, as a possible option. (cdc.gov)
A suicide risk screening can be very helpful for people with these warning signs and risk factors. (medlineplus.gov)

A measure legalizing assisted suicide in Washington, D.C., which was recently passed by the city council and signed by the mayor, has now officially taken effect as of July 17. (frc.org)
What are the potential cost savings from legalizing physician-assisted suicide? (nih.gov)
They also argue that legalizing the practice could contribute to the nation's ongoing suicide epidemic by normalizing suicide as a response to pain and suffering. (catholicnewsagency.com)
Dr. Joseph Marine, associate professor of medicine at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and a member of the coalition, warned that the Maryland medical community has "widespread concern" about the implications of legalizing assisted suicide. (catholicnewsagency.com)
Proponents of legalizing of physician-assisted suicide argue the practice is ethically justifiable because it can alleviate prolonged physical and emotional suffering associated with debilitating terminal illness. (danariely.com)
The Jersey jury met virtually ten times over two months, starting March 18, to hear evidence and consider and debate the legal, ethical, and medical implications of legalizing assisted suicide. (ncregister.com)
PARIS (AP) - French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday announced a national debate on end-of-life options that will include exploring the possibility of legalizing assisted suicide. (metro.us)
While campaigning for his successful reelection this year, Macron promised to open the debate in France, suggesting he was personally in favor of legalizing physician-assisted suicide. (metro.us)

In November, 2022, after deliberation at its biannual Annual General Meeting, the World Federation of Right to Die Societies discussed and adopted as the preferred term "voluntary assisted dying" in consideration of a range of aspects regarding suicidism. (wikipedia.org)
Oregon stopped enforcing its residency requirement for assisted suicide in 2022 but has not enshrined that provision in law. (ncregister.com)

While Canadian law dictates that organs can only be harvested from assisted suicide victims if they die in a hospital, Dr. Moira McQueen of the Canadian Catholic Bioethics Institute says that there's a compromise situation in which an assisted suicide victim can be given the first set of lethal injections at home, and taken to the hospital after that for the final set. (newstarget.com)

It was the first state to legalize physician-assisted suicide (PAS) two decades ago, and since that time the practice has grown both in social acceptance and legislative momentum. (crisismagazine.com)
With just one week to go in the legislative session, a bill that would legalize physician-assisted suicide in California was approved by the Assembly's finance committee and will move to the Assembly floor next. (kqed.org)

Tragic: Actress Dies By Assisted Suicide Following. (davidicke.com)
Suicide is complicated and tragic, but it is often preventable. (nih.gov)
If you or a loved one is found to be at risk for suicide, you can get medical, psychological, and emotional support that may help avoid a tragic outcome. (medlineplus.gov)

Disability group welcomes ruling against right to assisted suicide in Mass. (catholicnewsagency.com)
Second Thoughts Massachusetts, a disability rights group, has praised a recent ruling that there is not a right to assisted suicide in the state's law or its constitution. (catholicnewsagency.com)
The right to assisted suicide and euthanasia. (nih.gov)
Kevorkian had appealed the Michigan Supreme Court's determination that there is no constitutional right to assisted suicide. (rtl.org)

Switzerland: What is the difference between assisted suicide and euthanasia? (thelocal.ch)

Republican Gov. Phil Scott of Vermont signed a bill Tuesday allowing non-residents to avail themselves of the state's assisted-suicide law. (ncregister.com)
Participation in assisted suicide by any physician, nurse or pharmacist must be "completely voluntary," according to the state's Department of Health. (ncregister.com)

Issues such as abortion and assisted suicide, Scalia said, are 'too fundamental' to be decided by the courts. (lifenews.com)
Assisted Suicide, the New Abortion? (blueoregon.com)
But even leaving aside Oregon's law, assisted suicide is not as susceptible to demagoguery as abortion. (blueoregon.com)

Once it is determined that the person's situation qualifies under the physician-assisted suicide laws for that location, the physician's assistance is usually limited to writing a prescription for a lethal dose of drugs. (wikipedia.org)
Assisted suicide is an ethical issue which is reliant on a person's values, morals, religion, and experiences. (ipl.org)
In 1981, a Dutch court said that under certain conditions, a doctor could assist a terminally ill person's suicide. (euthanasia.com)

In most of those states or countries, to qualify for legal assistance, individuals who seek a physician-assisted suicide must meet certain criteria, including: having a terminal illness, proving they are of sound mind, voluntarily and repeatedly expressing their wish to die, and taking the specified, lethal dose by their own hand. (wikipedia.org)
They feel those cases have negatively impacted the word "suicide" to the point that it should not be used to refer to the practice of a physician prescribing lethal drugs to a person with a terminal illness. (wikipedia.org)
Authorizing assisted suicide for those with terminal illness is only the tip of the iceberg. (euthanasia.com)
Ultimately nearly 80% of the jurors, or 18 out of the 23, agreed that assisted suicide should be permitted where a Jersey resident, aged 18 and over, has a terminal illness or is experiencing "unbearable suffering," which would not include suffering caused by a mental condition such as depression, ITV reported. (ncregister.com)
Yet, as the author argues in this chapter, the line between suicide that is viewed as being justified (e.g. a person with a terminal illness) & suicide that is for the wrong reasons (e.g. (suicideinfo.ca)

Assisting a suicide was a crime in California in 2002- and it still is if you are not a doctor. (bioedge.org)
What more do you need to show that assisted suicide has been normalised in California? (bioedge.org)

The two more substantive rulings held that assisting in suicide is a common law offense and that no protected right to suicide or suicide assistance is found in the state or federal constitution. (rtl.org)

Moreover, the term "assisted dying" is also used to refer to other practices like voluntary euthanasia and terminal sedation. (wikipedia.org)

If the island changes its laws, Jersey will be the first place on the British Isles to allow assisted suicide, though proposals to legalize the practice are also being considered in both Scotland and England. (ncregister.com)
Though critics of this proposal claim that it would overturn state laws that allow assisted suicide, those laws would in fact remain in place. (firstthings.com)

When a doctor recommends suicide, it is an inhuman violation of the implicit trust that a patient should have in their caretaker. (frc.org)
Physician- assisted suicide can be thought of as helping a patient in carrying out their last days by providing the information and medication needed to end their life. (ipl.org)
Conclusion I have argued that even though a physician killing an untreatable patient and a physician letting a patient die upon their request are both morally justifiable, the distinction between the two regarding the morality of physician assisted suicide is important because they are both justified differently. (ipl.org)
A physician killing an untreatable patient upon their request and letting an untreatable patient die upon their request are both justifiable aspects of physician assisted suicide, and therefore it is not an important distinction to make regarding the moral permissibility of physician assisted suicide. (ipl.org)
For vulnerable populations such as those with disabilities, the elderly, and those struggling with mental illness, assisted suicide represents a corruption and erosion of trust in healthcare professionals and the patient-physician relationship. (freedom2care.org)
Ames wrote that the state legislature could "conclude that difficulty in determining and ensuring that a patient is 'mentally competent' warrants the continued prohibition" of assisted suicide. (catholicnewsagency.com)
She added that the legislature could conclude that "predicting when a patient has six months to live is too difficult and risky for the purposes of" assisted suicide. (catholicnewsagency.com)
However, those surveyed would only consider assisting suicide if the patient concerned had chosen this freely, almost 85% of 359 respondents clarified, and many similarly see uncontrollable suffering as a prerequisite. (medscape.com)

Despite being heavily amended in 2019, the assisted suicide bill failed by one vote to pass in the Senate, marking the closest the legislative effort has come to passing in the state. (catholicnewsagency.com)

NIMH is hosting this discussion today because it's National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. (nih.gov)
And together with the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention, NIMH has pledged to reduce the suicide rate by 20% by 2025. (nih.gov)
During the next half hour, we will discuss the latest in suicide prevention research, including ways to identify risk and effective prevention strategies. (nih.gov)
For this discussion, I'm joined by my NIMH colleagues Dr. Jane Pearson who's a special advisor to me on suicide research and oversees the suicide research portfolio throughout the institute, as well as Dr. Stephen O'Connor who is chief of the Suicide Prevention Research Program in the NIMH Division of Services and Intervention Research. (nih.gov)
If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. (nih.gov)
Call 911 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). (medlineplus.gov)
Suicide prevention is a research priority at NIMH (see https://theactionalliance.org/resource/prioritized-research-agenda-suicide-prevention-action-plan-save-lives ). (nih.gov)
This could include addition of measures of suicide risk in ongoing prevention trials to enhance understanding of suicide course and suicide outcomes, and/or effects of prevention interventions on suicide ideation and behaviors. (nih.gov)

A new NCHS report compares data on births resulting from assisted reproductive technology (ART) procedures from 2011 birth certificates with data from the 2011 National ART Surveillance System (NASS) among the subset of jurisdictions that adopted the 2003 revised birth certificate as of January 1, 2011, with information on ART. (cdc.gov)

The constitutional courts of Colombia, Germany and Italy legalized assisted suicide, but their governments have not legislated or regulated the practice yet. (wikipedia.org)
The group noted that the American Medical Association voted last year to renew its opposition to assisted suicide, on the grounds that the practice is "fundamentally incompatible with the physician's role as healer, would be difficult or impossible to control, and would pose serious societal risks. (catholicnewsagency.com)
Last year, state lawmakers attempted to present fixes for assisted suicide policy but failed to contend with this practice being inherently unethical, dangerous, and harmful to the communities where it is practiced," he said. (catholicnewsagency.com)
We now know that as many as one third of prescription drug overdoses are suicides, and we continue to see the overall suicide rate rise in states like Oregon where this practice is legal. (catholicnewsagency.com)

The links between prior attempts and assisted suicide in the elderly have not been investigated. (suicideinfo.ca)
Belgium - Elderly couple died together by assisted suicide even though they were not ill because they were afraid of dying alone. (mdrtl.org)

The motivation for this is to distance the debate from the suicides commonly performed by those not terminally ill and not eligible for assistance where it is legal. (wikipedia.org)
Assisted Suicide for Depression: Is It Legal? (healthline.com)
But apparently it is, according to health insurance companies in states where assisted suicide is legal, who would rather cover cheap lethal drugs than more expensive medical treatments that could potentially extend or save lives. (frc.org)
Physician-Assisted Suicide or PSA has been an issue for many decades, questioning its morality, and the legal issues it could face if legalized. (ipl.org)
Proponents of legal assisted suicide for the terminally ill frequently claim that the opposing views of disability organizations aren't relevant. (nj.com)
The Hemlock Society's primary mission was to make physician-assisted suicide legal. (aul.org)
Schildmann sees a legal issue with the criteria that would be used by the surveyed oncologists when considering assisting a suicide. (medscape.com)

Catholic leaders have spoken out against assisted suicide as a grave offense against the right to life, saying that suicide fosters a throw-away culture. (catholicnewsagency.com)
Case law at the time of the adoption of the Fourteenth Amendment generally held that assisting suicide was a criminal offense. (aul.org)

NIMH has developed some safety and ethical issues and resources for suicide research (see https://www.nimh.nih.gov/funding/clinical-research/conducting-research-with-participants-at-elevated-risk-for-suicide-considerations-for-researchers.shtml ) that may be of interest to applicants. (nih.gov)

In March 2021, Jersey formed a citizens' jury, made up of 23 randomly selected applicants, to determine whether assisted suicide should be allowed on the island. (ncregister.com)

Now Oregon's assisted-suicide law -- and the threat of euthanasia -- may join the list of issues Republicans hope will win them political advantage. (blueoregon.com)

Suicide ideation in depression, for example, may be a symptom of the condition rather than rational thought. (healthline.com)

A Wirthlin Worldwide poll in March found that 65% oppose allowing the use of "federally controlled drugs for the purpose of assisted suicide and euthanasia. (euthanasia.com)

Does Depression Qualify for Assisted Suicide? (healthline.com)
Depression leads some to seek suicide, but depression is treatable. (mdrtl.org)
And although the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on suicide rates is still unknown, we're seeing rising rates of symptoms of depression and anxiety as well as increased reports of suicidal thoughts and surveys conducted over the past few months. (nih.gov)

There is a great deal of misinformation and false narratives presented in support of assisted suicide. (freedom2care.org)

The authors examined religious affiliation & suicide in Switzerland. (suicideinfo.ca)
Switzerland - Tourism to Switzerland for assisted suicide is growing, often for non-fatal diseases. (mdrtl.org)

In many jurisdictions, helping a person die by suicide is a crime. (wikipedia.org)

Attitudes toward assisted suicide: Does family context matter? (suicideinfo.ca)
An anonymous questionnaire was used to survey the attitudes of 382 doctors towards euthanasia and assisted suicide at Khartoum's two main hospitals. (who.int)
RÉSUMÉ Afin d'examiner les attitudes des étudiants en dernière année de médecine à l'Université de Khartoum à l'égard de l'euthanasie, un questionnaire anonyme a été soumis à 141 étudiants. (who.int)

These are known as suicide risk assessment tools. (medlineplus.gov)

he instead received a letter from the state of Oregon offering to pay for his assisted suicide. (frc.org)
Rep. Betsy Ritter, D-Waterford, was adamant at a Capitol press conference Tuesday that there will be a debate on the issue this year even though it took citizen referendums to legalize assisted suicide in the two states, Oregon and Washington, that currently allow it. (ctnewsjunkie.com)
Outside of philosophical arguments, examination of an interesting finding regarding physician-assisted suicide - know as "The Oregon Paradox" - can add an interesting dimension to the debate. (danariely.com)
The conflation of the assisted suicide in Oregon with euthanasia in Holland is also part of the standard bag of tricks. (blueoregon.com)
A law allowing physician-assisted suicide took effect Thursday in Washington state, the second state in the country that permits this, along with Oregon. (wbaa.org)
As of Thursday, Oregon and Washington are the only two states to pass laws that allow physician-assisted suicide. (wbaa.org)

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Legalized physician-assisted suicide in Oregon--the first year's experience. (1/141)

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Legalized physician-assisted suicide in Oregon--the first year's experience. (1/141)

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Conditions required for a law on active voluntary euthanasia: a survey of nurses' opinions in the Australian Capital Territory. (3/141)

A staff dialogue on caring for a cancer patient who commits suicide: psychosocial issues faced by patients, their families, and caregivers. (4/141)

Chinese and U.S. internists adhere to different ethical standards. (5/141)

Stability of attitudes regarding physician-assisted suicide and euthanasia among oncology patients, physicians, and the general public. (6/141)

Clinical problems with the performance of euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide in The Netherlands. (7/141)

Physicians' experiences with the Oregon Death with Dignity Act. (8/141)

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