Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ571504
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1998
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Rational Suicide and the Crisis of Terminal Illness.
Lokhandwala, Tasneem M.; Westefeld, John S.
Journal of Personal & Interpersonal Loss, v3 n2 p143-59 Apr-Jun 1998
Whether or not suicide may be considered a rational choice for clients with terminal illness is controversial. Rational suicide and the literature and statistics pertaining to suicide and terminal illness are reviewed. Implications of accepting rational suicide as a treatment option, including moral and ethical issues, are addressed. (Author/EMK)
Descriptors: Counselor Role, Death, Ethics, Moral Values, Quality of Life, Services, Social Control, Social Values, Suicide, Terminal Illness
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Note: For related articles, see CG 552 567-570.
