Torie Bosch shares a personal perspective on medical aid in dying, reflecting on her mother's suicide and arguing that severe, treatment-resistant mental illness can be as terminal as physical disease. The essay examines the debate around expanding assisted suicide eligibility to include psychiatric conditions in jurisdictions where medical aid in dying is permitted. This discussion raises important questions about end-of-life options, mental health treatment limitations, and ethical considerations for patients with severe, persistent mental illness. The piece contributes to ongoing conversations about mental health policy and compassionate care options.
