In: Psychology
What does John B. Kelly mean when he says that allowing euthanasia for those can consent risks the danger of being extended to those who cannot consent or make choices for themselves?
In this case, it is meant that allowing the provision for providing euthanasia to the individuals who are able to provide a consent for the same can lead to the provision being misused by using it on those individuals who are not able to provide consent. This can occur as a result of extension of the provision, and can also lead to poor set standards for defining the service and treatment which would lead to harm as well for those who cannot provide consent.