A necessary perspective
Recently, I had the opportunity to see the program ‘The good death’, as well as the subsequent debate entitled ‘Let’s talk about good death’. Both emissions address euthanasia, a topic that arouses intense debates and emotions.
Complexity of the subject
Euthanasia is not just a matter of legality or individual rights; It is a topic that involves a wide range of dimensions: emotional, social and ethical. The way in which the topic has been presented in the report seems to me that many voices and experiences that deserve to be heard.
The voice of activists and patients
The protagonist of the report, an activist from the right to die association, illustrates a specific angle on euthanasia. However, it is important that the debate also includes the narratives of people who, despite serious illnesses, struggle to stay alive.
Ignored alternatives
One of the aspects that surprised me was the lack of mention of palliative care options that could relieve suffering. Instead of focusing on the options of living with dignity, the program seemed to be leaning towards euthanasia as if it were the only viable solution.
The reality of care
It is alarming that thousands of patients in Catalonia do not have access to the necessary palliative care. This reality contrasts with the idea that euthanasia is the answer to despair. The presentation of this option as an immediate solution seems worrying to me.
Reflections on life and death
The report raises deep questions about the value of life. The suggestion that there is ‘lives that do not deserve to be lived’ is a dangerous message that can affect social perception of human dignity. In this context, we need to ask ourselves: Is it really an act of love to ask for the death of someone?
The importance of adaptation
Each individual undergoes changes throughout life, and adapting to these changes is fundamental. To face serious illnesses such as ELA requires emotional and psychological support that will help the person to live with dignity, not to seek his death.
A necessary debate
The program presenter made it clear that this was not an equitable debate, but a campaign to normalize euthanasia. The lack of opposite voices in the program reflects a bias that can influence public opinion.
A call for reflection
It is essential that in dealing with issues as sensitive as euthanasia, a wider debate is promoted, including various perspectives and experiences. Only in this way can we really understand the complexity of this phenomenon and its effects on society.