[Ethics problems at the end of life. Terminal care--euthanasia].
The present discussion on active and passive euthanasia is characterised by the polarisation of various approaches deeply rooted in ideologies: quality of life versus sanctity of life. Autonomy, dignity, instrumentalization of human life are discussed. Furthermore the question of differentiation of active, direct and indirect euthanasia is raised. The author pleads for a reduction of dogmatic positions and recommends a moderate way between the general liberalisation and the general verdict of euthanasia on the moral and legal levels.
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Institut für Philosophie, Universität Wien, Universitätsstrasse 7, A-1010 Wien. Peter.Kampits@univie.ac.at
D001317:Austria; D026690:Ethics, Clinical; D004992:Ethics, Medical; D005065:Euthanasia / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D006801:Humans; D008020:Life Support Care / Q000941:ethics; D016743:Mental Competency / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D009014:Morals; D011788:Quality of Life; D013727:Terminal Care / Q000941:ethics*