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Editorial: Ethical and psychiatric considerations in euthanasia and medically assisted suicide (E/PAS)

  • By

  • Christian G. Huber

  • Johannes M. Hennings

  • Manuel Trachsel

  • June 29, 2026

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    Euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide (E/PAS) raise complex ethical and psychiatric issues, particularly in cases of mental illness.

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    Western countries have varying regulations regarding E/PAS for mental health disorders, with some allowing it under specific conditions.

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    Evaluating mental decision-making capacity and defining 'unbearable psychological distress' are critical issues in E/PAS practices.

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    The editorial highlights the need for comprehensive scrutiny of E/PAS, especially concerning minors and individuals with neurological disorders.

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    Research papers in this topic explore country-specific practices, clinician perspectives, and ethical considerations surrounding E/PAS.

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Editorial: Ethical and psychiatric considerations in euthanasia and medically assisted suicide (E/PAS)

  • by Christian G. Huber, Johannes M. Hennings, Manuel Trachsel

  • June 29, 2026

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