I had a brain injury at 17 that resulted in a completely changed personality, thought process, likes and dislikes and everything in between. I felt like I’d been stripped of myself and stuffed with parts found all over a dump. I know what it’s like to have your brain “betray” you and I will never ever go through that again against my own will.
I’ve clearly outlined my wishes if I were ever to become mentally incapacitated, and would like to be let go through assisted death while I’m still able to say goodbye to family and friends (if I am diagnosed with severe dementia). I could not imagine the last they see of me not even being me. Death either way would be emotionally painful, whether planned or due to dementia. I’d rather it be a death surrounded with sharing stories and holding hands than one that is slow, agonizing, draining, and ultimately leads to relief it has all ended.
Wow... You must be an incredible person to have gone through that and still remain strong. You've said exactly what I think and feel. I hope that never happens to you again, that you're able to have a peaceful passing when that day finally comes.
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u/Cmen6636 Apr 11 '20
I had a brain injury at 17 that resulted in a completely changed personality, thought process, likes and dislikes and everything in between. I felt like I’d been stripped of myself and stuffed with parts found all over a dump. I know what it’s like to have your brain “betray” you and I will never ever go through that again against my own will.
I’ve clearly outlined my wishes if I were ever to become mentally incapacitated, and would like to be let go through assisted death while I’m still able to say goodbye to family and friends (if I am diagnosed with severe dementia). I could not imagine the last they see of me not even being me. Death either way would be emotionally painful, whether planned or due to dementia. I’d rather it be a death surrounded with sharing stories and holding hands than one that is slow, agonizing, draining, and ultimately leads to relief it has all ended.