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Direct linkWerth, James L., Jr.; Wineberg, Howard – Death Studies, 2005
This article critically examines the validity of common criticisms of the Oregon Death with Dignity Act, primarily through reviewing published research and analyses. After summarizing the law and recent developments, 11 areas of concerns are examined: (a) the amount of data collected, (b) the availability of the data, (c) the reporting process,…
Descriptors: Physicians, Criticism, Terminal Illness
Peer reviewedWerth, James L., Jr. – Counseling Psychologist, 1992
Reviews literature on suicide and terminal illnesses. Examines suicide rate for persons with Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). Explores physical and psychosocial factors that may contribute to decision by person with AIDS to commit suicide. Applies Siegel's criteria for rational suicide to case of person with AIDS. Examines role of…
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Psychotherapy, Suicide, Terminal Illness
Peer reviewedWerth, James L., Jr. – Journal of Personal & Interpersonal Loss, 1998
Alternative perspectives are presented on the issue of rational suicide. An operational definition is provided; areas needing clarification are highlighted. The meta-issues are reviewed with regard to specific points raised by Lokhandwala and Westefeld. Concerns with research often cited to question the possibility of rational suicide are…
Descriptors: Bioethics, Counseling, Counselor Role, Death
