Renowned Israeli-American psychologist Daniel Kahneman, best known for his groundbreaking book Thinking, Fast and Slow, passed away on March 27, 2024, at an assisted suicide facility in Switzerland. The news was revealed by columnist Jason Zweig in an essay for The Wall Street Journal. Kahneman had kept his decision private, confiding only in close friends and family, and sent a farewell email to his loved ones the day before.
While Kahneman did not endorse assisted suicide for others, his friends and family shared that his decision was deeply personal. His colleague, Philip Tetlock, speculated that Kahneman carefully weighed the quality of his remaining years and planned his death in a way that reflected his desire to avoid a long decline. In his final email, Kahneman reflected on his decision, expressing his belief that the miseries and indignities of the last years of life are unnecessary.
Kahneman’s passing has left a profound impact on the field of psychology and on those who knew him. Friends and colleagues remember him as a brilliant individual who made significant contributions to the field. His legacy will continue to inspire future generations of psychologists and researchers.
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