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Last activity 19 July 2014 by Sander van Houdt

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meganers265

Hello. I would like information on euthanasia. I was born in South Africa and still stay in Sa. I would like to know how to go about requesting to be put to permanent sleep or be assisted with the medication. Please help. I do suffer from depression. What is the cost and how effective is it?

NorthernStar

Hi Meganers!

I know that depression is a very hard condition and finding a solution is very difficult. I've it sometimes too, so I know what I'm talking about. I'm not a psychologist, but I can talk about this problem by basing myself on my experience. If I can give you an advice, forget all the things (and people) that make you unhappy. Look only for positive things and positive people. This is a good advice, but it's generical. I'd like to know which is the problem that causes your depression: a bad relationship, unemployment, a bereavement... It could be anything. If you wish it you can send me a private message. If you don't wish it, I'll understand. And don't think about euthanasia. Think about nice things.

Cheers,
Licia

Primadonna

Euthanasia can be given under medical and strictly rules in these cases where the person are full aware of his request.
Certainly depression is absolutely not one of them!!!

Go to a doctor for medication and visit a psychologist to work on your depression.

meganers265

Sorry to inform u depression and any form of  mental illness has also been passed and inclu for the admission of euthanasia do some research. I wouldnt of posted for info otherwise.

Julien

meganers265, sorry to hear about your problems. We won't be able to help you, you should consult a doctor or a specialist

Sander van Houdt

Hi there.
The Netherlands (fortunately) take the euthanasia law more serious than their cannabis legislation..... You ask if euthanasia is effective? Well, it is permanent......
I agree with the other bloggers, please try to seek another way to solve this genuine medical problem. Good luck and all the best!

Sander van Houdt

Hello again! By the way, do you speak or understand Dutch? (because you are from South Africa) If so, this documentary is very interesting: http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=u4TVwZ0faOs

Sander van Houdt

The following Dutch documentary (including English subtitles!) shows that it is not a done deal in Holland, but the discussion has been started: http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=dOacgpqkmTE

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