Physician end-of-life preferences expose stark differences
06/19/25 at 03:00 AM
Physician end-of-life preferences expose stark differences
Psychiatrist.com; by Denis Storey; 6/10/25
Clinical relevance: Research reveals that while most physicians prefer end-of-life comfort over life-extending measures for themselves, their views vary widely.
- Local laws strongly influence support for assisted dying, with physicians showing higher acceptance where it is legal.
- Specialty and personal beliefs shape physician attitudes more than demographics.
- Ethical tensions arise as doctors balance personal preferences, legal restrictions, and professional responsibility.