Palliative Care, Assistance with Dying

'Assisted dying' involves patients with incurable illnesses, whose condition is not amenable to meaningful relief, such that their lives are - in their opinion - not worth living, and from which they seek an end. One of the arguments against legalising assisted dying in South Africa was that patients had access to palliative care. On this week’s episode we explore the specialised field of Palliative Medicine, and the psychological approach of seeking meaning in assistance with dying. Joining us to discuss this topic are Dr Julia Riley and Prof. Paul Wong.

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Hosted by Professor Christopher Paul Szabo, Beyond Madness is a podcast series where we discuss societal issues that have potential implications for mental health and emotional well-being. Guests include thought leaders from within the discipline of Psychiatry, and beyond. Mental health issues affect us all on a daily basis, and how we deal with these issues can affect you or someone in your life at any time. This series gives you a better understanding of psychiatry and mental health. Always remember there is no HEALTH without MENTAL HEALTH! In proud association with Adcock Ingram OTC Sponsors of Brave.