Zoraya ter Beek, a 28-year-old from the Netherlands, has chosen euthanasia next month despite being physically healthy. Her decision has sparked global debates about euthanasia, a controversial issue. In the Netherlands, where euthanasia is legal, ter Beek qualifies due to her severe depression, autism, and borderline personality disorder, which she finds unbearable. Her case has drawn attention, especially amid debates about euthanasia for psychiatric patients and ethical concerns.
Dutch law permits euthanasia in cases of unbearable suffering with no chance of improvement, but some argue it is sometimes granted too readily. However, ter Beek views it as liberation rather than stepping into the unknown. She plans to spend her final moments on her sofa and has opted for cremation to ease the burden on her boyfriend. Despite some fear, she believes euthanasia offers relief from a life she no longer wishes to endure.
