1. In your own words, describe the difference between euthanasia and physician-assisted
suicide.
Socrates said that “we should not fear death” (WCU Presentation). He also believed that suicide
is always wrong because the gods assigned each human being an important role in life (WCU
Presentation). Keeping that in mind in this week’s discussion post we will explore the topic of
euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide.
Euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide are complex ethical and medical concepts that
continue to spark debates and discussions around the world. Both are rooted in the idea of
relieving the suffering of individuals facing severe illness or excruciating pain. While they share
the common goal of hastening the end of a person’s life to alleviate their suffering, there are
important distinctions between the two