Exactly. The assumption that people suffering from depression, who get so bad as to kill themselves, are aware of what they are doing - or able to stop themselves from doing it - shows how much ignorance still surrounds the illness. Many people who kill themselves are at total peace at the moment. Given the description of the co-pilot's illness - and the way in which he was totally silent and breathing normally when he took over the plane - supports this.

After the pile of shit that was 'The Voices', I will never again be excited - or even have interest - in another Ryan Reynolds film. So, meh.

Not exactly sure how the lone act of an mentally ill individual fits the bill of a terrorist act. He did not appear to be doing this for any philosophical or political agenda. There is no evidence of the deliberate intent to strike fear in the lives of others. Also, his actions don't leave any reason for people going forward to fear another attack. By your definition - a guy simply committing a homicide would also be a terrorist.

"Terrorist"...I don't think you know what that word - or terrorism - means.

Most people who commit suicide due to an illness have little awareness of their actions - or a level of apathy that makes them not care. If it was suicide, odds are he felt he was in a position to do it and his calmness make one think he was focused only of his own death.

Apathy is easily the worst part of depression. Any sadness or pain you feel is only made worse when you are unable to do things you enjoy to offset them. But recognition of this is the first step to getting better. The next time you want to do something but feel unmotivated, remember that this apathy is why, and try your best to will yourself into doing whatever it was you wanted to do. Once you do this a few times, get back into the normal groove of your life, and find enjoyment in things, then it gets a whole lot easier. This isn't always easy, but being conscious of a subconscious illness makes dealing with unexplainable symptoms all the easier. One reason why people with symptoms of depression should never keep it to themselves.

Reports coming in say he had an undisclosed illness. Possibly depression which led to suicide - or maybe a terminal illness. Still a lot yet unknown.

Surprised it took this long for someone to finally post this. Couldn't believe it after the announcement. Description of the co-pilots demeanor before the crash - silent and normal breathing - makes my skin crawl.