Joe Costello (Dublin Central, Labour)

That would be an interesting addition to our definition. We could examine that but I suppose that is easily solved. One can deflate or puncture an ego fairly quickly too, so there are solutions to that condition without having recourse to medical practitioners. This House is a great way to ensure egos do not get beyond their normal, average size. I have some concerns about the definition which amendment No. 47 seeks to change.

My final amendment No. 51 concerns terminology also. I know the word "insanity" is used in the Title of the legislation but that is becoming an outdated description of a mental disorder.

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