Jacob, are you arguing that if you were in a serious accident that left you permanently mentally disabled, perfectly sentient and self-aware but unable to move or act normally, you'd think it best if you were killed and butchered?
If you're unable to consider the emotional and moral side of things yourself, then consider the emotional effect on others. If nothing else then consider the gratification gained from serving another human being, even one that can't help themselves. People are helped by helping others. And there are medical benefits to loving another person and being loved by that person in return, even if said person is mentally disabled.
And I disagree with your point and say I think I'd rather be alive and disabled than dead.
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