Euthanasia, the practice of ending a life prematurely in order to end pain and suffering, is currently considered a criminal offense. Assisted suicide is currently illegal in Ireland but legal in the EU states of Belgium, Netherlands and Luxembourg. Proponents argue that assisted suicide affords terminally ill people the compassion they deserve. Opponents argue that laws legalising euthanasia are dangerous and could lead to the unnecessary deaths of senior citizens.
83% Yes |
17% No |
71% Yes |
13% No |
8% Yes, but only after a psychological examination to show they fully understand this choice |
4% No, but they should be allowed to refuse artificial life support |
4% Yes, but only if there is no chance they will survive their illness |
See how support for each position on “Euthanasia” has changed over time for 36.9k Ireland voters.
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See how importance of “Euthanasia” has changed over time for 36.9k Ireland voters.
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Unique answers from Ireland users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
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This is a tricky new concept. I feel the patient may need a form of therapy and psychological session to make sure they’re fully of their decisions. I would say yes, but under strong regulations
@9427YVH2yrs2Y
Yes, but only if there is no chance of recovery and they have been psychologically examined to show they fully understand this choice
@9DCRZDY9mos9MO
Yes but only if they are going through extreme pain
@9D7PQPC9mos9MO
no real strong opinion whatsoever
@99V72GY1yr1Y
Life is living in lcing the cakes when it's lifetime support and legal modes
@99KDCCW1yr1Y
No, with the exception that they are doing it to escape extreme physical pain.
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