Eutanásia: aspectos sociais e compaixão em respeito à dignidade da pessoa humana

Abstract

The monographic work expands the discussion on the legalization of the practice of euthanasia in the Brazilian legislation, in defense of changes in the existing Penal Code, in view of the principle of human dignity, achieved in its decisions. The research aims to highlight the needs of validating euthanasia in Brazil, under the argument of constitutional and bioethical principles, evaluating current problems, in which they seek to obtain the analysis that fits the intention of dealing with death in a more dignified manner, without tracing religious, cultural, social or judicial aspects, throughout the decision-making process. The research adopts a bibliographic format, based on renowned authors who portray the practice of euthanasia in society.