> We might do better to ask whether we have good reasons to prolong our lives or whether we act virtuously if we seek to prolong our lives.
I think it all comes down to quality of life. If a person is still able to enjoy living, great. If they’re miserable and suffering from physical deterioration, I consider it immoral to suggest life-extending treatments unless there’s a good chance that life enjoyment is also restored.
I support the right-to-die movement. If I’m only able to survive on a machine in a bed, give me time to say goodbye and then let me drift away and die. Definitely don’t pressure me and suggest that I have an obligation to the living to stick around.
I think it all comes down to quality of life. If a person is still able to enjoy living, great. If they’re miserable and suffering from physical deterioration, I consider it immoral to suggest life-extending treatments unless there’s a good chance that life enjoyment is also restored.
I support the right-to-die movement. If I’m only able to survive on a machine in a bed, give me time to say goodbye and then let me drift away and die. Definitely don’t pressure me and suggest that I have an obligation to the living to stick around.