After shooting his father, David, in a very rational and reasonable manner, told his lawyer that he was depressed when he shot his father. In fact, he had once been diagnosed as having major depression. David told his lawyer that, although he knew it was wrong and could have stopped himself, he hated his father so much that he shot him. In court, David will likely be found

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David admitted to knowing that his actions were wrong and that he could have stopped himself, which undermines an insanity defense. Therefore, he is likely to be found guilty.

After Shooting His Father, David, in a Very Rational and Reasonable