Euthanasia is the termination of a terminally ill person's life in order to relieve them from suffering caused by their illness. There are three types of euthanasia: voluntary, non-voluntary, and involuntary. The debate focuses on whether a terminally ill patient in great pain should be allowed to end their life if they desire. While some argue it could lead down a slippery slope, others believe people have a right to control their own body and life. Euthanasia should be legalized under certain circumstances to help terminally ill patients end their suffering.