Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD): Home

This subject guide explores the topic of medical assistance in dying (MAiD). Use these curated resources as a starting point for your research. Navigate the tabs to find relevant articles, books, journals, and other resources. If you require more information on this topic than what you find here, submit a literature search request for a focused and comprehensive scan of current evidence and practice changing updates.

This guide provides general information about MAiD and includes reading materials and links to other websites and collections to encourage learning and awareness. It serves as an introduction and is not a comprehensive recommendation of resources or representation of the many facets of dialogues occurring at this time. The intent is to open the door to the resources available and for people to select material that speaks to them, their experiences, and their own needs in providing compassionate care. In providing this guide, the library is not making recommendations for care.

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Content warning: Information in this guide may be distressing. Please take care when reviewing the material.