The question of voluntary assisted dying in dementia is not simple
By Michael Chapman and Paul Komesaroff
March 1, 2025
It is true that the incidence of dementia is increasing, causing great suffering, and that VAD is now legal and generally accepted in most of Australia. It is also true that for many people it seems natural to extend the availability of VAD to allow people with dementia to avoid anticipated personal indignities and painful burdens on their families.
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