Psychological consultation under Oregon's 1994 Death With Dignity Act: Ethics and procedures

Author(s): Bryan, J.

Journal/Book: Prof Psychol Res Pract. 1999; 30: 750 First St NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242, USA. Amer Psychological Assoc. 245-249.

Abstract: The Oregon 1994 Death With Dignity Act prescribes an evaluation by a psychologist or psychiatrist when the patient is suspected to be suffering from impaired judgment. Several attempts have been made to propose procedures for assessing end-of-life mental conditions and competence. The psychologist's role may include ethical considerations, protecting patients' rights to autonomy, ensuring competent judgment, preventing unnecessary suffering and inappropriate diagnoses of mental disorders, and supporting family members and the health care team.

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Keyword(s): MACARTHUR TREATMENT COMPETENCE; PHYSICIAN-ASSISTED SUICIDE; DEPRESSION; ATTITUDES; REQUESTS; ILLNESS; CONSENT; THERAPY

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