Project Sleep Wizard

  Euthanasia is a rather controversial medical procedure, involving the painless killing of a patient with an incurable illness. To some societies, this violates the moral prerogative of a human being’s right to life, while in others it is viewed as a means to end a person’s suffering and grant them release from their pain, leading to the use of the term “mercy killing” in certain scenarios involving such a procedure. While there are various arguments for and against euthanasia as a whole, this article will seek to cast light on issues surrounding the use of euthanasia in cases involving mentally ill patients, since certain unique factors relating to them are often overlooked.  In nations where euthanasia is already legalized for those suffering from physical conditions, it may seem obvious that the government would wish to extend this right to all patients for whom an escape from disease and misery is impossible. However, there are certain flaws with this ideal. After all, in...

            Notable comic actor Charlie Chaplin once said, “A day without laughter is a day wasted.” Laughter is considered to be a universal language that transcends culture and bridges individuals globally with its contagious power and its ability to uplift spirits. This remarkable human feature, serving as a social function, has stunned science for decades. Beyond its societal and cultural significance, laughter acts as a catalyst for enhancing one’s mood and reducing stress.            One of the most widely known effects of laughter is its ability to reduce stress and thus limit any distressing emotions. Through the release of endorphins, these natural chemicals promote a sense of calm and well-being within the body. Furthermore, our body’s cortisol (more colloquially known as the stress hormone) levels also decrease, indicating an increase in our stress resilience. The inc...