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As much as it hurts to let go of a loved one, I think it would be best to go with assisted euthanasia instead. I am a person who does not like seeing people in pain or suffering, especially from an illness or disease. Of course, I will do everything to prolong their life as much as possible but if it is evident that their body can no longer handle the medication and procedures then I will have to make the decision to go with assisted euthanasia. Our parents won't be here forever, sadly, and it's something we'd have to cope with and go through.

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Understanding that I am a child into adulthood and discovering myself in the actual world, rather than some fiction from which children are supposed to develop. My parents, I feel, will finally be able to relax. In this position, even though cancer makes every day painful for them, I have to give my parents the life they deserve and the time they deserve, just as they have given me so much time since I was a child. Cancer is a natural occurrence, however it is unjust if they are diagnosed with it. Personally, I would choose assisted euthanasia since they deserve more time to live rather than dying as soon as their years were up. My parents are fighters, and I know they can endure the pain. Since it is my decision, it is still their choice whether or not the sickness will take them. Emotions will, of course, play a significant role here, but I've learnt that we must let people go and accept that people come and leave as part of the life cycle. Nonetheless, my parents deserve peace after all the hardships, challenges, and exhausting days they had to endure in order to survive, so if "peace" is what they seek, I will gladly release them to live their remaining time on this earthly ground and to eventually meet together in a better place called "paradise."

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The decision to pursue euthanasia, or medically assisted dying, can be an incredibly difficult and emotional one, especially when it involves a loved one who is suffering from a terminal illness like cancer. However, there may come a point in the illness when it becomes clear that all available medical treatments have been exhausted and that the patient's quality of life is no longer tolerable. In this situation, the decision to pursue euthanasia can be a compassionate choice. By choosing to end their suffering, the family member can be spared from a prolonged and painful experience, and the family can begin the process of grieving and healing.

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As the eldest sibling, I would decide on assisted euthanasia.

It may be considered in cases where the parent is experiencing unbearable pain and suffering that cannot be adequately managed through palliative care or other pain management techniques. In these cases, the goal of assisted euthanasia is to provide your parent with a peaceful and dignified death, free from suffering.

It is essential to consider the parent's wishes, values, and beliefs in this decision. It is essential to have open and honest conversations with them about their desires, fears, and concerns regarding end-of-life care. If they has not expressed their wishes, it may be helpful to consult with a healthcare professional, social worker, or spiritual adviser to provide guidance.

It is also important to note that assisted euthanasia is illegal in the Philippines. It is crucial to consult with medical professionals and legal advisers to fully understand the laws and implications of euthanasia in your jurisdiction.

The decision to use assisted euthanasia is a personal one that should be made based on your parent's wishes, values, and beliefs. It is important to balance emotions and logic and to make the decision that aligns with your parent's desires.

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As much as it would hurt me to do it, I think the best choice here would be assisted euthanasia since the pain that they will feel just to inevitably die or barely live is worse than just passing. Even if I want to spend more time with them, they might be simply forcing themselves through the situation. The situation is definitely not ideal, but it is the best option in this scenario despite all the grief the family will experience. If my parent can't handle it any longer, I will choose to ask them a question about it and respect whatever their decision on it is.

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As the oldest sibling, I am aware of how tough it will be for my parent going through a painful illness like cancer to decide to think about assisted euthanasia. It's an important choice that requires both reason and passion, but don't ever rush to make it. It stands to reason that we would desire to end our parents' suffering so they may pass away comfortably and without suffering any longer. One solution to this problem might be assisted euthanasia. In contrast, side, since abortion involves ending a life, it is not a decision that should be taken lightly. Likewise, moral and ethical considerations might be relevant. I wouldn't want to decide to put my parent to death. I firmly think that everyone has the right to life and that it is not our place to determine when someone should pass away. Instead, I would want to make sure that my parent is receiving the finest possible medical attention, that their pain is being managed, and that they are being showered with support and love at this trying time. I would prefer to let nature take its course and time pass. It's not an easy choice, but I'm hoping that by giving my parents the care and assistance they require, they will be able to go peacefully and without further pain.

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As the eldest sibling the decision whether to euthanize my father isn''t something I can make on my own, I would like to ask my sibling first if they are of age already on their opinions about this. But if I were forced to make the decision myself, I believe it would be best to respect the decision of the patient themselves, if the patient decides that they want to pass then there's not much I can do except for to try and convince them otherwise, if the cancer hasn't reached stage 3 or 4 yet I would like them to try and keep fighting for their lives. It may be selfish of me but I would like to believe that they could get through this alive. Of course if the worse case scenario happens then I believe a euthanasia is inevitable. In conclusion I would only do it if either the patient themselves really want to or if the cancer has reached a point beyond redemption.

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Of course, the most important person to ask regarding this is my sick parent if he/she wants the assisted euthanasia. However, if left up to me, I would not consider assisted euthanasia. The cancer may be incredibly painful for the patient and for us children to watch, but hopefully the time spent with my parent before their death would be enough to give them peace and happiness before they go. Letting my parent pass naturally will also give him/her more time to reflect and accept their death.

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Choice: Do not apply euthanasia

As much as I know that their death is something I have to face, I still want to talk to them, for as long as I can. I simply don't want to be an active part of my parent's death. I know that others may apply euthanasia to end their parent's suffering, but I can't easily accept such a loss. As the eldest, my best decision would be to listen to my parent's choice, but it is possible where they can't say anything and I have to choose. I really can't just let go of my parents, and not be able to say any regrets to them. To accept death, is to accept that their future is gone, and I just want to accept it with them than without.

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As the eldest sibling, I would consider the assisted euthansia despite it being painful for me, my other siblings and relatives. Since I was young, my mother was really the one who guides, supports and loves me, it will be hard on my part but considering my mom is in pain, but "pulling the plug" will finally let her or him be in peace. Emotionally and logically speaking, I would ask my other siblings and relatives first to consent and explain to them how it is for the best, especially we have no other choice considering the financial status and delaying the worst will burden us harder. This means that we won't be prepared and could happen unexpectedly whereas "pulling the plug" will ensure our preparedness and strength of character, as my mother and father always has taught me. Being the eldest, my role is to do what is best in my family and with the things I learned, I have the responsibility of taking and providing for my family and be independent too. Either way, it will be a tough pill to swallow where my mom or father dies and prolonging the 'situation' isn't going to help at all. My mom's and dad's whole life is filled with pain and struggle and even I know my mom would want me to pull it because she wants peace at last and finally rest, as she deserves it and the more pain she feels, the more pain I also feel. This symbolizes for me and my family to continue what my mother or father has set for us.

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In all honesty, this has the potential to happen in reality. With me actually being the eldest sibling will make me have a hard time deciding on what to do. It would give me anxiety, fear and indecisiveness. But I believe that it is best to do assisted euthanasia. As much as I hate this decision. It would be for the best to negate the suffering that my parent is experiencing. It hurts me a lot to see them go like this, it would literally break my heart and make me feel depressed but there really isn't anything you can do about it, you can't hold on forever, nothing lasts forever really. It sounds bitter but it is reality.

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As the eldest child, I will do my best to carry out my parents' wishes. If they are conscious and capable of expressing their desires, I will ask them and ensure that their decision is respected. I understand that if they ultimately decide to pursue voluntary euthanasia, it will have a long-term impact on my conscience. If they are unconscious, I will not be forced to make this difficult decision on my own. I'll talk it over with my siblings and come up with a solution that we can all live with.

We have done everything we could to assist my parents in their fight against cancer, from providing medications to long-term care. But, despite our best efforts, the pain can be unbearable. I'd rather see my parent free of pain than strapped to a bed, unable to move, and suffering unbearably. Finally, if we have done everything we can to help them and was unsuccessful, I will choose to give them peace and let them go.

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Well before anything it is always up to the person if they want to go naturally or would be fine with just passing on at a specific time and of course, with whatever decision they go with I will respect it but if they leave it up to me I would go with the route of assisted euthanasia.

Getting medical attention in hospitals is very tiring and exhausting for patients, family, friends, and also the wallet. Yes, it is difficult and painful to lose someone in your life but I think for me I would find it more painful to see a loved one suffering not actually living life, just a mere rotting vegetable waiting to be thrown into the compost bin. Not to mention procedures cost a lot of money reaching 6 digits most of the time.

I don't know for others but for me honestly, patients having long periods of time staying in the hospital and not being able to live is a little bit torturous per see because it's like a false hope, delaying the inevitable. Yes, of course, there is a time when someone still wants more time but when the moment comes that they know and you know that it is hopeless at that point I think knowing when they're gonna go is a good thing. Knowing when they're gonna go and them having that last bit of control in their life knowing when they're gonna die. Personally , I have seen multiple family members go through this but all of them have waited till the end and sometimes it did not end with the best conclusion to a sad journey, people not being able to say goodbyes, people having regrets, unsaid words going along with them to the grave, etc. Due to these experiences I am more inclined to the procedure of assisted euthanasia.

These statements are basically all that matter to me in this argument factors like it being immoral or somehow reaching the conclusion of it being lowkey murder is just not even something worth talking about since what do you care if someone wants to go that way? There is no one else who controls your life but you, you lived through it and I think you should be able to decide when the ending should be.

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When faced such a difficult decision like this, I believe I should respect the wishes of my sick parent and push through with the assisted euthanasia

As the doctors have exhausted any possible medicine or treatment for my parent, they have tried their best and there really is no more cure to whatever sickness they have. The topic of assisted euthanasia should be thoroughly discuss to my parents so they are fully informed and aware of the choice they have. If my parent says the really want the assisted euthanasia, then I will respect their wishes. This procedure gives my parent the control over their life and not let the illness win over them. Additionally, assisted euthanasia gives my parent the chance to prepare whatever they need to peacefully pass over. As they know the date of their death, they can do whatever they want before it is time. They can properly say goodbye, do the necessary legal procedures, and do what they enjoy in their last moments on Earth. Giving my parent the assisted euthanasia will make their death easier to process for me as their son as I know they got what they wanted and were able to do everything before going.

Admittedly, some people argue that assisted euthanasia should not be given as it is immoral and we should let the sick patients naturally die. However, being terminally sick with an illness with no cure is worse than being dead. While you are alive, the constant, increasing pain you feel because of the illness with no end in sight feels worse than actual torture. Being able to die in your own terms lets you die peacefully and painlessly. While losing someone you love will always hurt, it would give me a sense of peace if I knew their last few moments in life were peaceful and serene.

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I would choose to not do the assisted euthanasia. I will choose to believe that my parent will be able to survive this situation jusg abit longer and make every second count with them. With the remaining time left I would devot myself to sharing thoughts and feelings I may not be able to have said to my parent before. I would make every second left of their life to make my parent feel loved to have the possibility to make my parent realized they have lived the best life they possibly could. I would say anything I may have been holding back now since there would be no other time to do so. I would want my parent to even enjoy this little time we have left together to the max and at least take some pressure of their heart from the heavy burden of death. This is why I would choose to not go with the assisted euthanasia, as this is a selfish request of me to my parent to try and ease their pain and their heart and even my heart before they pass away.

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Given the current circumstance where my parent is suffering from cancer, and their condition is becoming more agonizing with each passing day, I find myself struggling to reconcile two different perspectives. One perspective is based on logical reasoning and personal belief, where I strongly believe that assisted euthanasia is the most humane course of action. I feel that this would not only relieve my parent's pain but also offer them an opportunity to find peace and rest after the prolonged agony they have had to endure. The other perspective, however, is more emotional and spiritual in nature. It raises various thought-provoking questions such as what my parent's personal preferences would be if they were given the chance to choose, and whether or not I would want the same for myself if I were in their place. As a student, I am aware of the moral and ethical implications surrounding euthanasia, and I believe it is ultimately my parent's decision to make. I will support them regardless of the choice they make because I know that it is their life and their right to decide what is best for them. Even though the loss of a loved one is always difficult to deal with, I believe that death is a form of eternal rest, and that our loved ones who have passed away have fulfilled their purpose in life.

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Being the oldest of my siblings, I would decide on assisted euthanasia after all my family members are able to have the last words with my parent. Knowing my parents, they would definitely wish to just end the pain than to continue living through it while having to pay for the medical expenses. Being the oldest sibling, I wouldn't want my parents to suffer any longer simply because I want them to be with me. It would be plain selfishness on my part if I still don't choose euthanasia because my parents are continuously suffering. But, if my parents decide that they still don't want to go on assisted euthanasia, I would respect their decision if they are able to decide for themselves. However, on the other hand, if I knew they weren't suffering, I wouldn't decide on euthanasia because I value my parent's feelings more than the money that will be spent.

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It is crucial to consider the individual's wishes, values, and beliefs, as well as their physical and mental health, while deciding on end-of-life care. Assisted euthanasia, also known as medical help in dying, is a legal option in some nations and jurisdictions, but it is a deeply personal choice that should only be considered with serious consideration and the counsel of experienced medical specialists.

My upbringing as a Roman Catholic and a Filipino has taught me to care for my aging parents rather than actively seek their deaths through assisted death, especially because there are so many choices for palliative care that can help them feel at peace in their final days. Hospice care, for example, focuses on providing comfort and support to individuals with life-limiting illnesses, and can offer pain management and other treatments to help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.

Catholic Filipinos have a strong tradition of caring for their loved ones who are dying or terminally ill. The Catholic faith places a high value on the sanctity of life and the importance of treating all individuals with compassion and dignity, even in the face of illness and death. In many Filipino Catholic families like mine, it is common for family members to come together to provide care and support for a loved one who is dying. This can include providing emotional support, helping with daily tasks and personal care, and ensuring that the individual is as comfortable as possible. Filipinos also rely on their faith to provide comfort and support during the end-of-life process. Many Filipino Catholics believe in the power of prayer and may engage in religious rituals or ceremonies, such as the sacrament of the anointing of the sick or the recitation of the rosary, to provide comfort and support to their loved one.

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As a son, I would decide on allowing the assisted euthanasia to push through. Although it would mean saying goodbye sooner rather than later, it puts a definite and decided end to their life, and more importantly and end to their pain. They would be able to find peace and rest afterwards, wherever or however it may be. It would be difficult to finalize the decision in the beginning, but after lots of talking and thinking, it would seem and feel like the most acceptable option. As a hypothetical eldest sibling, it would also let my siblings' minds start to mourn and cope as opposed to constantly being stressed and thinking about the possibility of our parent's passing.

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As the eldest sibling, If I were the one to decide I would go with the assisted euthanasia. I would not want to make my parent experience any pain any more longer. But in other terms, I would ask my parent (the patient) if he/she would like to undergo the assisted euthanasia and I will fully respect his/her decision for it is for himself/herself also. Should the patient let the illness naturally take him/her away, I also respect that. But personally I would go with the assisted euthanasia because if I let my parent die naturally from the sickness it would just go on for a longer period of time and my parent will only experience the pain continuously and of course I would not want that for someone really important to me. But if I were not to decide on this and my parent was, I will fully accept his/her decision.

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I think after all medical options have been exhausted, I’ll ask my parent “do you want it to end” based on their answer I’ll respect it. I know it’ll be sad but what else am I gonna do? At least I’ll know that they did it under their condition and not die fighting or live while suffering.

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As difficult and heartbreaking as it may be, it would be the best decision for everyone to use assisted euthanasia to lessen their suffering. Letting nature take its course would only prolong their pain and drain away resources to continue keeping them on life support. There is no morally correct way to go about it without facing criticism and consequences, so it is better (?) to go with the lesser of two evils.
They've lived a long and fruitful life; why prolong the pain as they are afflicted with cancer? I'm sure they would have sacrificed themselves for our future like they have for most of our waking lives.

Then again, I would only do this if they consent to end their life right then and there and are still capable of deciding. If not, then I would choose assisted euthanasia regardless.

I've experienced the tragic event of having to put down a family pet; it's never easy to decide, and grieving takes a toll on you. It's not the same as losing a loved one, but heartwrenching still.

As the eldest, it would now be my responsibility to take care of my siblings from now on. Letting go is hard and continuing forward is difficult due to the guilt and loss, but I must bear the pain.

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The question of voluntarily making a decision or simply letting nature run its course is a difficult one, as it is a situation where death is inevitable; it is simply a question of when. I believe the answer to this question is largely dependent on what my parent wants, which would play a crucial role in my decision as I would honor and respect what they want. However, if my parent is in a situation where they are simply unable to communicate ( i.e. due to the severity of the cancer ), I would accept the offer of assisted euthanasia. I am well aware of the emotional consequences that this will entail, as I will have to live with second-hand guilt of indirectly being the reason of my parent's death, however I believe that this decision would have relieved my parent of possibly continued suffering only to meet the same outcome, death. The act of "pulling the plug" is incredibly painful, but the hardest choices require the strongest wills.

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Parents play a big part in our lives. They are the people who raised us and thus, they are surely one of the people that we really love. However, it is hard for people to decide and change the faith and destiny that one has. I have thought of this a lot of times. It will really be hard for one to decide whether or not they should let go because of the guilt that you will have and the thought and hope of them getting better. However, logically and realistically speaking, there is no chance. I think it is rather a smarter choice to let them go peacefully and not forcing them to sustain a life without their choice. "Pulling the plug" does not mean that you are killing the person but you saying good bye to a person you love and guiding them to their way to be peaceful. However, it is importatnt that you really take time discussing it with your other siblings as the eldest and get thier consent.

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Being the oldest of my siblings, I am responsible for thinking for everyone in the family. In the event that my family has a difficult financial situation, I am confident that my mother and father will prioritize my siblings and me above all other responsibilities and that they would rather sacrifice themselves for us. In addition to this, I do not wish to make my parents' pain last any longer than it already has. If it were up to me, I'd choose euthanasia with assistance.

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As much as I would want to spend more time with my father/mother, I wouldn't want to prolong their time in this world, especially if it is only going to cause them more pain as time passes. I shall allow the assisted euthanasia so that they can finally rest. It may be painful for me and my other siblings to let them go like this, but it's best for their own sake that they finally rest because seeing them suffer is significantly worse than seeing them die. It's also a more responsible financial solution since delaying their final breath will not only burden them, but also the siblings and I. As the eldest sibling, I think it is finally my time to step up and become the parent and be more responsible and careful with my other siblings. Their time to take care of us has now come to pass, and it is now left to us take care of each other and ourselves.

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I will “pull the plug” because i’m just delaying the inevitable and if it’s my mother or father’s time then why prolong their suffering here on earth. As a son who’s experienced this when I was 7 my father was in a critical condition and my family decided that we should keep letting my dad live, he was moved to 3 different hospitals so that the costs would become cheaper but the total of everything still costed a fortune and in the end even the machines could not help him anymore so he eventually passed away. I think that because of my experience If I can still talk to the parent I would ask them if they’re comfortable with having assisted euthanasia and if they’re alright with it then I will pick the assisted euthanasia.

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Your father/mother's cancer is making everyday a painful journey. Do you decide on assisted euthanasia or let the illness take him/her away naturally? Emotions and logic are at play here.

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As a daughter, the decision to pursue euthanasia for a parent who is suffering intense pain every day can be excruciatingly painful and should not be taken lightly . The thought of intentionally ending a loved one's life is difficult to process, and the guilt and moral conflicts can be overwhelming. The grief and loss associated with losing my parent can also add to the emotional distress of the situation.  However, when all medical treatments have been exhausted and witnessing either of them in pain and would  feel powerless to help , I would consider the assistance of euthanasia.  . For me it may  be seen as a compassionate and merciful choice to allow them to die with dignity and without further suffering.  Also the cost of medical treatments and hospitalization can be very expensive . But still I will take careful consideration of my parents wishes, the medical advices and the emotional impact of my family.