Citation

Hintermeyer P. Etudes sur la Mort 2017; 150(2): 53-62.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2017)

DOI

10.3917/eslm.150.0053

PMID

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Abstract

In contemporary debate concerning the end of life, euthanasia is an essential proposition, on a par with palliative care and assisted suicide. By analysing the values euthanasia embodies - autonomy, freedom and dignity - this paper endeavours to shed light on its paradoxes and limitations and to examine the reasons behind its popularity. © L'Esprit du temps.

Language: fr

Keywords

Autonomy; Dignity; Euthanasia; Freedom; Palliative care; Paradoxes; Suicide