Martin C. has been in TBS for decades. The 63-year-old Nieuwegeiner no longer sees any prospects in his life and wants to die. Euthanasia. And he is not the only TBS patient with a death wish, according to research by the AD. Waiting times for TBS exacerbate this problem, say those involved. Can long-term captivity result in hopeless psychological suffering and is that reason enough for euthanasia?

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