Euthanasia is a controversial subject, not only because there are many different moral dilemmas associated with it, but also in what constitutes its definition. At the extreme ends of disagreement, advocates say euthanasia, also known as physician aid in dying, is a good or merciful death. Opponents of euthanasia say it's a fancy word for murder. While both arguments contain valid points, whose choice is it in the end to end a human life? If euthanasia is banned, then we are forcing people to stay alive against their own will. If we allow physicians to aid patients in ending their lives, then we are taking God's role into our own hands. When these two arguments are analyzed it becomes clear that this is not an argument of who is right and wrong, but whether or not we should be able to choose when we want to leave the world. In this paper, I will examine the two sides of euthanasia and the arguments it presents. Furthermore, I will expound on its pros and cons for each side and also provide knowledge of different forms of euthanasia and the laws that govern it. Finally, I will scrutinize the interest of preserving one's life versus the desire to die with dignity.
There are reasons that would make a person lean toward the side of euthanasia as there are reasons that would turn someone away from euthanasia. …
