Veda's Choice

Veda's Choice

51 mins | Documentary | April 24, 2019

In the Netherlands, people as young as 17 can formally request legal assistance with suicide. Nineteen-year-old Veda knows for sure: this is what she wants. After years and years of mental health problems, panic attacks and suicide attempts, she’s done with this life. However, before the doctors will even consider her request, she has to take part in nine months of therapy.

Veda's Choice

51 mins | Documentary | April 24, 2019

Veda's Choice
In the Netherlands, people as young as 17 can formally request legal assistance with suicide. Nineteen-year-old Veda knows for sure: this is what she wants. After years and years of mental health problems, panic attacks and suicide attempts, she’s done with this life. However, before the doctors will even consider her request, she has to take part in nine months of therapy.
Producers BNN-VARA
Original title Veda beslist zélf
Directors Jessica Villerius
Writers Jessica Villerius

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