2006-07-09 02:57:58 · 18 answers · asked by mrterryjackson79 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
its up to god to decide when you die, remember that you are youre own being but you live in a body that he created for you, and it is still his body,
2006-07-09 03:00:53 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely! I even have a living will which legally forces my family and doctors to pull the plug in case I ever end up in a hospital and it looks like I would be stuck on machines the rest of my life.
After 12 years in the Marine Corps, I have a few friends who are in this exact position. It really sucks to see their friends and family watch hopelessly as they are maintained by nurses and machines never to live a normal life again.
One friend, Craig, can only move his eyes. A few years ago, he was the most outgoing and active person I knew, now when asked if he would rather die, he moves his eyes up and down (indicating yes) and tears start falling from this strong willed and once very physical young man.
If you have a horse with a broken leg, you shoot him instead of letting him live in pain. If you have a dog that is old and in pain, you euthanize him. It seems we are more humane to our pets than our own families.
So my answer is a resounding yes. It wouldn't matter if I was old or young, I certainly would not want to live if I could not take care of myself.
2006-07-09 03:26:27 · answer #2 · answered by Enigma 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Too much is still around the corner that I would not want to miss out on. So you're old; so what. Think of all the things you can pass on to the next generation. I've learned too much stuff from folks who were old and infirm to want to dismiss my own knowledge as somehow unimportant.
So you can't do for yourself like you could used to. You spent your life taking care of others; let someone else take care of you.
God brings death when it's time. Why cheat yourself for fear of what tomorrow will bring?
Hope this helps,
Rebecca
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2006-07-09 03:15:22 · answer #3 · answered by Rebecca 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No.It is not natural death.It is also not good for the society.The elderly people, however infirm they may be, still have something to contribute to the society.May be by their experience and suggestions.Unfortunately our social value system is more and more materialistic in the name of productivity.It is the duty of the society to take care of the elderly,but the obligation is seldom fulfilled to the fullest extent.Because of this neglect,frequently the elderly feel so.But inspite of all these,I still feel that even a few moments of life is still worth living till the natural death.Why should I give my life just because some others who are supposed to fulfil certain commitments failed to do so!Life is divine.Given by God.Who am I to want to finish it?
2006-07-09 03:17:15 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No way. Me personally I can always adapt to what circumstances allow for. There's always interesting things to do, like no matter how old you are it's not too late to keep learning new things. For example reading will always be something I will never tire of and if I lose my vision there would be audio books to take there place. As long as you have your faculties...aren't you fascinated by technology? If you are let's say 79 years old, it must be incredible to have lived through the changes that you have seen in the world and in technology. Wouldn't you want to stick around as long as possible to see what's next? Look for reasons to enjoy the time you have left and you will find them.
2006-07-09 03:06:00 · answer #5 · answered by Windseeker_1 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If I was in a vegetative state already. I have already made a "Living Will" with my directives. That if I am in a vegetative state, I am not to receive hydration or food. I am a "DNR" if I code.
Death is not the worst thing that can happen to a person. Live without being saved, without the assurances of eternal life with Christ---that would be horrible.
2006-07-09 03:00:57 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No way. Hell, after a long life of productivity, lying back with a ventilator and taking in a view of the ceiling is God's way of giving you a little relaxation time. No one has the right to say they've had enough. THAT IS GODS! HOW DARE YOU!!
2006-07-09 03:02:04 · answer #7 · answered by corpuscollossus 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely. Life isn't just about living, it's about the quality of life. You should be able to make your own end of life decisions once you attain a certain age, physical condition or acquire a terminal condition without the interference of government or superstitions.
2006-07-09 03:04:49 · answer #8 · answered by ceprn 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When the quality of life is negative and there is no hope of improvement, I'd like to have the means to painlessly kill myself. Don't really want anyone else making that decision for me, unless I am incapable, but I would like the option.
2006-07-09 03:02:31 · answer #9 · answered by blackfangz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ABSOLUTELY! Dr. K was a hero in my eyes, there are many others like him, doing that kind of mercy work, just under the radar...hopefully someday our society will consider what is humane above what religions brainwash them into thinking is the right way of doing things....
2006-07-09 03:10:17 · answer #10 · answered by ndussere 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask Steven Hawkings.
2006-07-09 02:59:52 · answer #11 · answered by kim j 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋