Aud Lyngstad

Aud Lyngstad, 73, gained attention for her poignant decision to travel to Switzerland to end her life following a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease. Faced with the fear of losing her identity and autonomy, a fate she witnessed with her mother, Aud chose to take control of her destiny while she still had the mental clarity to do so. Her story resonates deeply with many who have experienced similar fears regarding dementia and the loss of self, prompting discussions about the complexities of assisted dying and the dignity of death.