That a man of such prolific mental powers should be in thrall to such an adolescent obsession only serves to highlight his humanity.

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"The Camp 020 interrogators maintain that Evensen ought not to be judged by any ordinary standards as it is obvious that his mental powers are sub-normal, his memory hopeless and his mind an inchoate jumble, " said the final report.

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The amendment will also cover all functions of public bodies such as the use of mental health detention powers or planning controls.

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You can easily and inexpensively avoid guardianship or conservatorship proceedings by executing durable powers of attorney while you still have your mental faculties.

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