In conversation about "Euthanasia & psychological suffering"
Thu 04 Dec
|Agora Hall - UZ Brussels
When mental suffering becomes unbearable, a patient with a psychiatric disorder may indicate that “enough is enough.”
Time & Location
04 Dec 2025, 19:30 – 22:00
Agora Hall - UZ Brussels, Laarbeeklaan 101, 1090 Jette, Belgium
About the event
When mental suffering becomes unbearable, a patient with a psychiatric condition can declare "enough is enough." What does the euthanasia law say about this? How does it work? What about the patient's autonomy and decisional capacity? Does the family have a voice in this? How can you, as a loved one or caregiver, deal with end-of-life questions? You may have many more questions about this. Three guest speakers will each reflect on euthanasia and mental suffering from their own expertise. They are happy to answer any additional questions you may have.
Guest speakers
Frank Sweitser , coordinator of Lhiving, author of the book "Euthanasia in Psychiatry. The Importance of Decisional Capacity" - VUB
Mieke Maerten , volunteer houseman, volunteer Leif consultant, author of several books, including "I have to go now"
François Pauwels , general practitioner, LEIF doctor and team doctor of palliative home care team Omega and Supportive Day…