Zoe's Decision for Euthanasia

At the age of 22, Zoe made the harrowing decision to pursue euthanasia in the Netherlands, one of the few countries where unbearable mental suffering can justify such a choice. She had been struggling with severe mental health issues rooted in childhood trauma, including depression and complex post-traumatic stress disorder. The thought of dying provided her with a sense of control and relief from her pain, leading her to set a date for her euthanasia. However, just hours before the procedure was to take place, she experienced a change of heart, reaching out to friends and family with a message that she had opted to live after all.