What is an advance directive or living will?
Advance directives and living wills ensure the treatment you receive is the treatment you want when you are unable to communicate, for physical or psychological reasons, at the time treatment is necessary. Doing this removes the burden of making decisions from your family and friends at a time when they, perhaps, will be least able to do so because they are upset about your condition. It may also help you avoid litigation that could ensue over what treatment you really desired or intended.
