Online News: Brisbane Times, 27/07/11 8:20-8:50am

Killer expected to die during his rampage: lawyer
Read more: Just wandering out loud here… but is it alright to get off lightly by claiming insanity in this case? It is clear that Anders Behring Breivik had a very clear pre-meditated plan about what he was going to do, even to the point that he did not think he would actual live to the point of reaching the island.

 An interesting point  to make from this story delves into the notion that countries and or people that lack intercultural communication skills are at risk of being involved in dangerous conflict.

Watch and wait before treating Norway's trauma victims

Perhaps psychology students could better analyse this report but it is interesting to note that the Journalist paints a very vivid picture of the disturbance that would be being experienced by the survivors. “or flashbacks, such as sudden images or sounds of blood being spattered or the gunman opening fire, or the look of fear in a victim's eyes, will be common in the first weeks but should gradually fade away.”My questions are: Firstly, is it healthy or ethical to project this disturbing picture to the world so that others are caught in these negative thoughts? Secondly, is this statement purely sensationalism? Lastly, considering the essence of the story being about the recovery of mental health for those dealing with trauma, is it contradictory in its use? My answer to all of the above is YES.