is assitance suicide morally right?  why is it wrong or right?
98529
I'll let you know when my time to make this choice comes....
1073056
No. \n\nCleaning my apartment  would be good.\nHaving someone else clean my apartment would be better.\n\nNeither is right -- neither is wrong. \n\nThe same principle can be applied to moral situations.
600911
Virtually no one, of any political party, believes killing is always wrong.  The question is: when is it justified?\n\nAlmost everyone agrees that killing is justified when it is necessary to protect your own life or the life of another.  People opposed to abortion generally believe that killing innocents is morally wrong.  Many of those same people also believe that killing as a punishment for a crime is also wrong.  However, many believe that killing as a punishment for especially heinous crimes (multiple murders, killing a cop, killing a child) is justified.\n\nThe common thread is a moral one: a baby has done nothing to deserve getting killed.  He or she did not even come into being voluntarily, that was thrust upon him.  A serial killer, on the other hand, has, by his actions, discarded all pretense of being a moral actor.  He has forfeited whatever claim he may have had to inclusion in the moral community.\n\nI think the question whether, and to what extent, abortion should be permitted ought to be democratically determined.  Not because I think baby-killing is OK--I think it is a horrible, gruesome, almost unimaginably brutal act--but because I think it is of such importance that any society ought to be forced to choose it explicitly.  By voting.  I think if people want to choose to be part of a society that kills babies, that is perfectly OK.  Be baby killers.  Some societies have chosen to be slave owners.  Some have chosen to eat the flesh of their enemies.  Some have chosen to exterminate those of another race or culture.  If you think killing babies enriches the culture, go, live your dream.
625603
Maybe you can check into the new information that suicide attempts are actually caused by illness.  There was a report in the science news that it is actually a chemical imbalance that causes a person to want to kill themselves. You could research that as opposed to people thinking it is a moral issue and that people are being selfish by killing themselves.  Speaking from experience..  I had a suicide attempt from being very depressed from unrelived chronic pain and depression caused from that.  It was not due to selfishness.  I just wanted out of the pain and could find no other way even tho I was taking medication and going to a psychologists.  You could also do a thesis on unrelieved chronic pain and suicide.  There is  a ton of info about this and it is a horrible thing to have.  Good luck hon
664565
Of course it's wrong.  It's antisocial.\n\nThe urge to kill is probably a natural instinct.  Lots of animals do it, usually to eat, but not always.  The problem is, if you actually kill people, you are likely to get into a lot of trouble.  You really cannot be an acceptable member of society if you are a cold-blooded killer.  You can probably find some outlet for it, but an unchecked emotional drive to kill would probably be a problem for anyone who might need an assassin.  Armies, spy organizations, and crime syndicates are likely to want to have killers who know when to turn it on and off.  Crazy psychokillers aren't reliable.  If you have a passion for a cause, are willing to kill for it, that is one thing.  But it doesn't sound like that describes you.\n\nIt wouldn't be a bad idea to get to the source of your own emotions.  Why do you think you want to kill?  Is it to be powerful, a hero, the winner, a god?  You may want to resolve some of those questions.  \n\nLots of legal jobs include killing, but you don't want to get so carried away that you become a problem.
96649
I think it's a very misunderstood issue - the other answers confirm this. You can't simply label it "murder" and feel satisfied with yourself for being morally surperior. It's not that simple. \n\nIf an abortion takes place early on, this "human being" is still only a collection of cells, no bigger than the period at the end of this sentence.\n\nI refuse to decide whether it is right or wrong, however, because, I will admit, I am no expert on the subject. But neither are most of the people who have answered "Murder!" It is not our place to make that decision, nor is it anyone's place to harass a woman who is trying to decide whether or not to go through with one.
897557
Yes there is and it was in the news a lot some months back because of such pacts. It's a person's right to commit suicide but if they need support to do it, then they are not ready. Suicide should be the last resort - it affects so many people who are left behind. The family carry that burden for ever and those who feel that they could have helped feel terrible guilt. In fact, many cannot cope and end up with depression and mental health issues themselves. Suicide is an easy option when the going gets tough. It's much harder to fight and beat depression but once you do, you will never want to go back to that black place.
583185
That it is wrong.\nHistory has already shown us what happens when this is allowed--suddenly it not just the terminally ill but every "Undesirable" human that someone playing "God" determines should die. (See Nazi's)\n\nThat brings me to the real point--only God decides when one dies.\n\nExample: would you want someone to decide that your baby who may have been born with a birth defect should be killed instead of doctors trying to save it?\n\nThat is just one of the many dilemas which we as a society would face if the practice of Euthanasia was ever embraced.
440206
If it is in the best interest of the person the euthanasia is meant for, then its good. Go for it. If the person can be saved, it's considered murder. Not by the medical party, but by the deciders.
85206
This is up for huge debate. Still much to be decided on this by the courts.\n\nAs for my thoughts on the matter. I believe any person should have the right to die if they are aware of their irreversable situation of health or whatever. I also believe that a "living will" that explains a person's wishes not to be left in a vegetative state should be upheld as well.
801785
Morally...wrong...very very wrong....\n\nLegally...I think it depends on how old you are buddy.
1178835
I think its wrong to kill your self, just because it makes you seem weak. When the only thing wrong with you is depression and you attempt to commit sucide you give up trying, but you never really tried. now for sickness: When your going to die anyway why should you deal with the pain and die slowly?
538944
You should have the right to choose the manner of your death. As for abortion it's a sad but necessary part of life.
1167539
Nothing is right when it is used to kill.It is not right to kill in order to spread democracy.It is not right to kill because of a political view.It is not right to kill for a belief.\n\nUnfortunately, many don't care what is right and what is wrong.
458108
I suppose it should be someone's choice, however it is the same thing as suicide, only with someone assisting one to their death.  This challenges me to pose the question of if assisting someone in their suicide would be considered a lesser degree of homicide on the accomplice's part?\nToo confusing to go any father.
1044548
I fully beleive that if someone wants to die, they should be able to do it. The governemnt's not going to stop me if I really want to commit suicide. Pain should be able to be stopped -- one way or another. Death is as good a way as others. \nBy the way...I really wish doctors actually did no harm.
311372
Right or wrong isn't really an issue with suicide.  The consequences are.  If you die, you have no consequences -- that's the intrigue, isn't it?  No consequences, no more feelings, no more life.  But think about the people you leave behind -- and there are ALWAYS people you will leave behind, no matter what you think.  Your death would affect people you thought you didn't even know, not to mention your family and friends.  I know what it's like to be left behind by a suicide victim, and it isn't fun.  It's been years and I am just starting to 'get over it'.\n\nAs for the cutting, it's really great that you're helping your friend.  That is the right thing to do.  Let her know you're there for you and let her know that you care.  Does she know you haven't stopped -- does she even know you do it too?  If not, you might consider talking about it with her -- what it feels like, why you feel like you have to do it, why it's so hard to stop.  It might help her out to hear from someone who is going through the same thing.\n\nYou do need to make an effort to stop, though -- SI is a serious problem.  If you're not comfortable talking to your parents (I understand if you're not), go to your school counselor or talk to a trusted ADULT friend.  Encourage your friend to do the same -- talking to a peer is not quite the same as talking to an understanding authority.\n\nI wish you all the best.  You can do it! :)