Activist and author says he believes rational adults should have the right to end their lives – and he will help

Medical assistance in dying is an end-of-life option that is legal in 11 US jurisdictions for terminally ill patients and meets specific requirements. However, some people are not terminally ill and want to end their lives. Philip Nitschke is an author and founder of Exit International, a nonprofit organization that provides rational adults, including many Americans, with and without terminal illnesses, information and education about practical end-of-life choices. do-it-yourself life. “I would say being able to strip you of your life if you’re a rational adult is a basic human right,” Nitschke told Dr. Phil in Thursday’s episode. “It’s not a privilege for those sick enough to qualify.” Hear from Nitschke in the video above, including what he says a person needs to have before helping them. In Thursday’s episode, “The Right to Die?”, Dr. Phil and his guests discuss the moral, ethical, religious and medical factors surrounding physician-assisted dying – a topic some find controversial, but others say it is a human right. Check local listings to see where you can watch. WATCH: Man against physician-assisted dying claims people don’t really want to die; They need help for depression TELL DR. PHIL YOUR STORY: Are you involved in a story that is making headlines?