The coming trend: couples euthanasia

INTERVIEW. Dr. Pascale Favre, author of a note from Fondapol, notes that the countries that have legalized this practice have expanded its scope, causing the explosion of requests.

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The coming trend: couples euthanasia

The number of couples requesting euthanasia together is on the rise in the Netherlands, according to official reports. In 2024, there were 54 such cases, compared to just nine in 2018. A notable case involving a former Dutch prime minister and his wife last year appears to have contributed to the growing demand. In the Netherlands, assisted suicide or euthanasia can be requested by individuals experiencing ‘unbearable psychological suffering’, …