The most important sex talk of all Jun 11, 2008
It is not okay to have sex with someone who has a diminished capacity to say no they're drunk, drugged or suffering any other impairment. If a girl puts herself in a situation where she is vulnerable drinking alone with you, for example it does not automatically mean yes. (Globe and Mail)
Continental joins trend by cutting flights, workers Jun 6, 2008
The rising fares that follow diminished capacity will force the model to evolve, the airline says. "As fares increase, fewer customers will fly. As fewer customers fly, we will need to reduce our capacity to match the reduced demand," Continental CEO Larry Kellner and President Jeff Smisek said in a statement. (USA Today -- Money)
DuBose could learn his fate today Jun 6, 2008
The judge pleaded "diminished capacity" last March. Defense attorneys sought a delay of the hearing in order to continue a mental evaluation of DuBose, saying his behavior stemmed from his mental troubles, made worse by the use of prescription drugs, including antidepressants, stimulants, pain medication and drugs for attention deficit disorder. (AL.com)
Pa. woman gets 6 years for chemical threat to romantic rival Jun 4, 2008
We were hoping that the judge would recognize her mental state and her diminished capacity, Goldman said. We just didnt catch a break today. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
40 years after RFK's death, questions linger Jun 4, 2008
None of this was raised at Sirhan's trial because his defense was based on the theory that he suffered from "diminished capacity" rather than on any challenge of prosecutors' evidence. -- Sirhan's revolver held eight rounds; a radio reporter's tape recording of the shooting has sounds of what one audio expert describes as 13 shots. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Man found guilty of killing woman, faces life sentence Jun 1, 2008
Additionally, the state abolished "diminished capacity" as a mitigating factor in 2001. Muscat said the defense's strategy was to challenge that the prosecutor could prove his case beyond a reasonable doubt. (The News-Herald)
No time to panic May 29, 2008
Every aspect of their daily life is altered because of their diminished capacity for coping with life in general. If medications and/or counseling are disrupted, it could mean the difference between a functioning life, or possibly, death. (Gridley Herald, CA)
Rough going for Pistons May 26, 2008
Trailing, 2-1, coming off an embarrassing home loss to the ever-confident Celtics, with Billups, their captain and offensive leader, playing at a diminished capacity because of nagging soreness in his right hamstring and/or because of the unrelenting pressure applied by the Celtics' defense. Is it rough enough, yet. (Boston Globe)
'Sex' leads summer movie roundup May 23, 2008
DIMINISHED CAPACITY - Matthew Broderick falls for his high school sweetheart when he's trying to get his uncle into a nursing home. Virginia Madsen plays the sweetheart. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Premiere date set for movie with Louisville ties May 13, 2008
movie, "Diminished Capacity," will open in theaters in New York, Los Angeles and Chicago on the weekend of July 4, according to a company news release ... "Diminished Capacity," which stars Matthew Broderick, Alan Alda and Virginia Madsen, is an empathetic comedy about a man facing Alzheimer's disease. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Tribeca Film Festival May 2, 2008
Michael Jones interviews Matthew Broderick and Virginia Madsen about "Diminished Capacity". Diminished Capacity; Eliot Hochberg; Matthew Broderick; Michael Jones; Sundance Video; Sunita Surajan; Virginia Madsen; sundance; variety. (Variety)
Johnson guilty of first-degree murder May 2, 2008
The defense had argued diminished capacity, a legal term that means although the accused was not insane, he could not form the necessary intent to commit the criminal act he is accused of because of emotional distress, physical condition or other factors. The prosecution said Johnson killed his mother because he believed she was responsible for all of his problems. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Jury selection continues for trial of man accused of murdering mom with a hatchet Apr 23, 2008
Johnson s attorneys, Letitia Turner and Sue Flander of the Cerro Gordo County Public Defenders Office, have filed a motion indicating a diminished capacity defense will be used. Diminished capacity means that although the accused was not insane, he could not form the necessary intent to commit the criminal act he is accused of because of emotional distress, physical condition or other factors. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Johnson trial begins Tuesday Apr 21, 2008
Johnson s attorney, Letitia Turner of the Cerro Gordo County Public Defender s Office, filed a motion indicating a defense of diminished capacity will be used in the case. Diminished capacity means that although the accused was not insane, he could not form the necessary intent to commit the criminal act he is accused of because of emotional distress, physical condition or other factors. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Gervais blogs Boston Apr 16, 2008
The Newton native has a new film, "Diminished Capacity," opening this summer. Actors Keir O'Donnell and Stephen Rannazzisi, both in Boston filming the Kevin James caper formerly titled "Mall Cop," were at Game On. (Boston Globe)
Killer of 8 babies gets 15 years in prison Apr 8, 2008
But the Federal Court of Justice ruled last year that the lower court had not sufficiently considered the possibility of diminished capacity in making its recommendation, and sent the case back for reconsideration. In its ruling Monday, the court in Frankfurt an der Oder said it found no grounds for the claim of diminished responsibility. (MSNBC -- International)
Mom Gets 15 Years for Killing Eight of Her Babies Apr 8, 2008
It said the lower court had not sufficiently considered the possibility of diminished capacity. The state court says in its ruling Monday that it found no grounds for the claim. (Fox News)
Letters to the editor (March 23, 2008) Mar 25, 2008
mlwilde wrote on Mar 23, 2008 12:00 PM:" The legal term is "guilty but insane", so political correctness aside, "criminally insane" is a fair interpretation. This is distinct from people who get a sentence break for "diminished capacity" for mental illnesses not rising to the level of legal insanity. I'm sympathetic to those who wish to destigmatize mental illness, but, let's face it, these folks DID commit crimes, so "criminally insane" is fair. It isn't reasonable to destigmatize at the cost... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Madsen launches Title IX Prods. Mar 19, 2008
Madsen will next be seen in the IFC comedy "Diminished Capacity." She also stars in Gold Circle Films and Lionsgate's forthcoming supernatural thriller "The Haunting in Connecticut.". Links posted in this story. (Variety)
Essex Shooting Suspect in Court Mar 8, 2008
But his lawyers have not ruled out a diminished capacity plea. It appears more likely the trial will not happen in Chittenden County. (WCAX.com, VT)
Iraq injuries Feb 25, 2008
Bob Woodruff, a father of four, is back at ABC News working in a somewhat diminished capacity as he continues to recover his full mental abilities after surviving a brain injury while reporting from Iraq in 2006. By Todd Plitt, USA TODAY. (USA Today -- News)
Attorney to review, revise contract to design system Feb 24, 2008
City Hall has had outages, and the system recently had a major repair that caused it to operate at diminished capacity, Hogan said. The building might not have air conditioning in the summer, he said. (The News-Herald)
Frustrated indies seek web distribution Feb 15, 2008
Terry Kinney's 2008 Sundance drama "Diminished Capacity," an HD two-hander starring Matthew Broderick and Alan Alda, will take that route. Both Amazon and Netflix have the ability to "recommend" similar movies to their customers, even if the titles are utterly unknown, on the basis of having rated such genres as sports docs, Bollywood musicals or Jane Austen romances. (Variety)
ART, director shake up 'Julius Caesar' Feb 13, 2008
As for True-Frost, despite his numerous acting credits - including four seasons on "The Wire" and a role as a "hillbilly alcoholic," as he puts it, in the upcoming film "Diminished Capacity" with Alan Alda and Matthew Broderick - the actor relishes the challenges of working with Nauzyciel and performing in his first Shakespeare play. True-Frost, 41, has lived with his wife, Cora, in Cambridge for the past two years, and he says he was eager to take on stage work again and stay close to home,... (Boston Globe)
US spotlights Al Qaeda in Iraq weakness Feb 11, 2008
While AQI has shown diminished capacity in recent months, it has proven it can strike throughout Iraq. Indeed, a suicide car bomb killed at least 23 people Sunday at a checkpoint near the northern Iraqi town of Balad. (Christian Science Monitor)
Mistress battles mogul's kin Feb 10, 2008
But Douglas Salyers, a lawyer for Melican, disputed accounts that Strother had diminished capacity when he amended his wills. "Harvey Strother was not the incapacitated alcoholic portrayed in court filings by representatives of his estate," Salyers said in a statement. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Poor Neighborhoods' Influence On Parents May Raise Preschool Children's Risk Of Problems Feb 9, 2008
12, 2007) New research is challenging the notion that parents who divorce necessarily exhibit a diminished capacity to parent in the period following divorce. A large, longitudinal study has found that divorce. (Science Daily)
Sundance film a valentine to Chicago Feb 6, 2008
02/05/2008 2:49 PM ET Kinney takes a swing at Sundance Baseball film 'Diminished Capacity' a valentine to Chicago By Doug Miller / MLB.com. Matthew Broderick, Alan Alda and a priceless baseball card star in Terry Kinney's new film "Diminished Capacity." (courtesy, "Diminished Capacity") ... A clip from 'Diminished Capacity. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Chief says he's taking steps to a safer city Jan 27, 2008
We also want to increase training in dealing with citizens who are of diminished capacity or who are suffering from various illnesses. Some people may appear intoxicated but they may be suffering from a medical condition or mental illness, Miller said. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
'Diminished Capacity' Jan 26, 2008
Diminished Capacity Review - Film Reviews-Sundance 2008, Entertainment - Variety ... Diminished Capacity Posted: Fri ... Matthew Broderick and Alan Alda in 'Diminished Capacity. (Variety)
Sundance sales continue slowly Jan 24, 2008
Also not feeling immediate love were Groundswell's Michael Chabon adaptation "Mysteries of Pittsburgh," starring Peter Sarsgaard and Sienna Miller; the wine country family drama "Bottle Shock," starring Alan Rickman, Bill Pullman and Chris Pine; "Diminished Capacity," starring Matthew Broderick and Alan Alda; "The Merry Gentleman," directed by and starring Michel Keaton; Sharon Maguire's darkly political "Incendiary," starring Michelle Williams and Ewan McGregor; "The Wackness," starring Ben... (Variety)
TV show heats up king crab market Jan 23, 2008
With this year's allowable snow crab quota at about 63 million pounds, compared with about 36 million pounds a year ago, White said he expects it to be a good season, despite diminished capacity in the processing sector. "It will all get caught, because we got off to an early start," he said. (Anchorage Daily News)
Infotainment Jan 23, 2008
Diminished CapacityPARK CITY: Cast member Matthew Broderick (L) and wife, actress, Sarah Jessica Parker arrive for the premiere of film Diminished Capacity. reuters. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
The urge to merge is in the air again Jan 22, 2008
They also anticipate diminished capacity will boost load factors and offer opportunities to raise fares. But capacity pull-downs are always short lived as other airlines move into abandoned hubs and replenish lost capacity. (USA Today -- Money)
Letters to the editor (1/19/08) Jan 20, 2008
Psychiatric patients in acute-care facilities almost without exception have dementia or diminished capacity. SB 186 needs to pass to protect psychiatric patients. (Anchorage Daily News)
New Gadget Detects Alzheimer's Early Signs Jan 19, 2008
You'd rather just have it creep up on you over the years, suffering the paranoia and delusions that come with diminished capacity, until finally your kids discover dad has nothing left because he couldn't keep track of his finances and they're left to pick up the pieces for you. Plan ahead, because the alternative REALLY sucks. (Wired News)
Defense argues personality disorder contributed to unintentional death Jan 17, 2008
On Monday, defense attorneys argued Boose suffers diminished capacity and was unable to act willfully. The defense team is expected to rest their case on Thursday. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Witness says murder defendant suffers mental illness Jan 16, 2008
Attorneys for Joseph Boose Jr., 28, of Waterloo, also argued Monday that their client suffers diminished capacity ... Judge Carroll later told jurors they could only apply the defense of diminished capacity when considering whether Boose acted willfully. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
China syndrome could end Aussie dollar's reign Jan 15, 2008
As a result Australia, along with other countries with chronic current account deficits, will experience "liquidity withdrawal" - a diminished capacity of other countries to fund their external deficits, implying less support for their currencies. This effect would be exacerbated by a rise in financial market volatility, boosted in part by the upward pressure on global interest rates stemming from rising inflation and interest rates in Asia. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Lodi Unified tackles racism issue with training program for its staff Jan 13, 2008
Its premise: "Systemic racism is the most devastating factor contributing to the diminished capacity of all children, especially African American and Latino children, to achieve at the highest level, and leads to the fracturing of the communities that nurture and support them.". Some of Pacific Educational Group's other clients include: Lemon Grove School District, located near San Diego; Oak Grove School District, located near San Jose; San Leandro School District; San Diego Juvenile Court and... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
We Hear . . . Jan 4, 2008
THAT the Hollywood Life house will host separate film events for star couple Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick at Sundance - Parker stars in "Smart People," while Broderick will toast "Diminished Capacity" at the festival. . (New York Post -- Gossip)
Bradley: Doubly complicated Jan 4, 2008
Even in a diminished capacity, McKay would remain a big name in the industry. Add to that a new GM and a new coach, and isn t it fair to wonder how many egos Flowery Branch can accommodate. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
The hangover that lasts Dec 30, 2007
Even after longstanding sobriety this inflammatory response translates into a tendency to stay the course, a diminished capacity for relearning and maladaptive decision-making. Today in Opinion. (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
What next for FSU? Dec 21, 2007
There are reasons that the only 79 year old men in positions of power are for most part consigned to Supreme Court or Russian Parliament BECAUSE THEY HAVE DIMINISHED CAPACITY, and I could care less about past achievements. I could have been a crack fighter pilot in Vietnam with multiple kills Do I get to fly now at 78. (The Palm Beach Post)
DISCUSS: Man pleads guilty to killing girlfriend with a hammer Dec 20, 2007
Man pleads guilty to killing girlfriend with a hammer - SeacoastConnects Forums. Man pleads guilty to killing girlfriend with a hammer. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Voicing her support Dec 17, 2007
But O'Brien and NECN sports anchor Chris Collins were actually filming a scene the other day for "Diminished Capacity," a flick starring Alan Alda, Virginia Madsen, and Matthew Broderick. Plum Pictures needed the shot for the film about a man obsessed with the Chicago Cubs. (Boston Globe)
Massive study finds parenting practices don't suffer during divorce Dec 11, 2007
New research is challenging the notion that parents who divorce necessarily exhibit a diminished capacity to parent in the period following divorce. A large, longitudinal study conducted by University of Alberta sociology professor Lisa Strohschein has found that divorce does not change parenting behavior, and that there are actually more similarities than differences in parenting between recently divorced and married parents. (EurekAlert!)
Pa. lab worker admits putting chemicals near husband’s mistress Dec 6, 2007
Goldman will seek a reduced term based on diminished capacity when she is sentenced on March 19. This is a very unfortunate set of facts, but we don t contest that she used the chemicals, Goldman said. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
More Sundance titles revealed Nov 30, 2007
"Diminished Capacity," directed by Terry Kinney and written by Sherwood Kiraly, is a dysfunctional family comedy that depicts a road trip taken by a man who wants to sell an ultra-rare baseball card to finance his uncle's waning years. Matthew Broderick, Alan Alda and Virginia Madsen star. (Variety)
Sundance flaunts Hanks, Combs, Barton Nov 30, 2007
Among the boldface names: Jack Black ("Be Kind Rewind"); Matthew Broderick ("Diminished Capacity") and wife Sarah Jessica Parker ("Smart People"); Luke Wilson ("Henry Poole is Here"); Colin Farrell ("In Bruges," the festival's opening night film); Sean Combs ("A Raisin the Sun"); Julianne Moore ("Savage Grace"); Alan Rickman ("Bottle Shock"); Naomi Watts ("Funny Games") and Woody Harrelson ("Transsiberian"). The festival will close on Jan. 26 (awards are handed out the next day) with rocker Neil... (Los Angeles Times)
Man Gets 20 Years for Internet Love Triangle Murder Nov 28, 2007
"By September 2006 call it an obsession, call it an addiction, call it what you want he was suffering from a diminished capacity of some sort.". Montgomery, now divorced, attempted suicide in his jail cell after his arrest. (Fox News)
HEALTH NOTES / Memorable tips about forgetfulness Nov 16, 2007
And since each of us faces diminished capacity as we get older, we need to develop a system of augmenting what we know with the tools to organize the information we need to exist and find enrichment ... As you go on, look for an environment in which you believe you can operate and contribute even with diminished capacity. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Mom accused of biting son may have mental illness defense Nov 15, 2007
Local experts provide the latest information on Healthcare issues that matter to you. MyHomeImprovement Portland local home improvement experts are here to provide home improvement tips and ideas. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Man gets 17 years in child porn case Nov 9, 2007
Ironically, in a sentencing hearing before U.S. District Judge Melinda Harmon Wednesday, experts for the defense testified for hours in support of Beckham's attorney's claim that Beckham was of diminished capacity, and should receive a lighter sentence. The claim was denied. (Conroe Courier, TX)
Man missing from Peoria group home found Nov 4, 2007
Police said Castillo "has a diminished capacity and gets confused easily.". MOST READ STORIES. (AZCentral -- News)
Jury Gives Phillips Death for Murders Oct 19, 2007
argued that Phillips was guilty of second-degree murder because of diminished capacity. Family members of the four murder victims were relieved by the sentence. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Kiri Te Kanawa bids farewell Oct 17, 2007
Most combine past glories and vocally forgiving extroversions, letting a legend play to a crowd predisposed to forgive any diminished capacity. But the glories outshone the amusements at Dame Kiri Te Kanawa's valedictory stop at Symphony Hall Sunday - "a farewell," she clarified, "not a goodbye.". (Boston Globe)
How long is too long to be driving? Oct 15, 2007
The following signs may be an indication of diminished capacity for driving safely. Having a series of minor accidents or near misses. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Be Wary of Waiving Your Rights Oct 14, 2007
Capitalizing on their monopoly, these facilities often require incoming residents (many of whom are demented, medicated or otherwise suffering from some form of diminished capacity) to check their rights at the nursing home door by waiving their right to receive justice through America's court system ... Capitalizing on their monopoly, these facilities often require incoming residents (many of whom are demented, medicated or otherwise suffering from some form of diminished capacity) to check... (Townhall.com)
Witness: Killer of Four Snapped Under Stress Oct 5, 2007
From the beginning, even during jury selection, they concede that he murdered Eddie Lynn Ryals, Harvey Daryl Hobson, Joseph Allen Harden, and Carl Garrison Justice Jr. They are trying to prove he had a diminished capacity as grounds to avoid a death penalty ... Her opinion, she said repeatedly, applies only to his diminished capacity at the time of the killings ... "It is not appropriate to give a test that has not been normed. Of course I considered malingering as a diagnosis in this case.... (The Pilot Newspaper)
Man's story is stuff of legends Oct 4, 2007
But if the court finds Kepler exhibited diminished capacity or impaired judgment, the state would likely drop charges of aggravated assault, simple battery and resisting arrest and evaluate him for possible long-term care, Tanner said. Tanner said he doesn't know when he will receive results of Kepler's competency evaluation. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Phillips' Trial Resumed Monday Oct 2, 2007
But Bruce Cunningham of Southern Pines and Richard Roose of Asheboro say Phillips should face only the possibility of conviction of second-degree murder because of diminished capacity. According to testimony, Phillips had heard that his brother had been shot in the early hours of the day the murders occurred and thought his brother was dead, and also that his own life was threatened by drug dealers. (The Pilot Newspaper)
FAU finds fix for damaged heart cell Sep 21, 2007
The problem leaves many heart attack patients in a diminished capacity for the rest of their lives. So far, all of FAU's tests have been on animals, but researchers think the discovery will produce breakthrough health benefits for humans. (The Palm Beach Post)
Diary shows wrestler's mental state, lawyer says Sep 14, 2007
Atlanta attorney Cary Ichter said Benoit's writings in the diary suggested a "diminished capacity" in the professional wrestler that may have played a role in the murder-suicide on the weekend of June 22. RELATED. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Still not safe Sep 12, 2007
But recently foiled plots in Britain, Germany and Denmark provide a grim warning that al-Qaeda remains a potent international threat, regardless of Osama bin Laden's diminished capacity. Meantime, Gen. David Petraeus' testimony to Congress yesterday intensified the gathering national debate over the Iraq war, a conflict that President Bush almost certainly would not have initiated had the Sept. 11 attacks never occurred. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Opinion)
