The article explores the concept of 'tiredness of life,' particularly among older adults who express a readiness to die without the accompaniment of clinical depression or anxiety. Individuals like Nina and Greta illustrate feelings of burden and loss of identity, emphasizing existential struggles that accompany aging. The article calls attention to the varying assisted dying laws which create complex ethical dilemmas for patients and physicians. Misunderstanding this phenomenon risks providing inappropriate care and missing opportunities for meaningful support in later life.
Nina expressed a sense of readiness for death, sharing that life had become burdensome despite not feeling suicidal or anxious. This illustrates the complexity of 'tiredness of life.'
Greta's reflection on her deteriorating eyesight emphasizes how the loss of abilities can lead to a deep sense of sadness and boredom in older individuals.
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