Euthanasia
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Some people strongly feel that there is no justification for actively taking a life. They argue that it is morally irreprehensible for a human to end another human's life, regardless of the situation. From a strictly moral stance, this seems like a good rule. However, there are instances where actively terminating a life is the best option and it is not morally wrong to do so. In specific instances involving the terminally ill and suffering, living out their final days can be both mentally traumatic and physically exhausting, not to mention the stress it puts on their family seeing them deal with the pain. In cases such as this, there needs to be an alternative. The morality issue no longer applies if the life being saved is one no longer worth living. Active euthanasia is the only option providing relief for the terminally ill patient and his/her family, allowing the ill person to decide to end his/her life how they choose to do so without any pain or suffering. Not only is active euthanasia morally justifiable under these circumstances, it is the choice of certain people. The way that the courts look at this matter is much different however...