I did not say that Bob nor is that my suggestion. If anything the tests, medicals and rules should be relaxed.
In my opinion, there needs to be an avenue for aviation personnel (not only pilots) where they can seek confidential advice/support well before the individual's state of mind gets out of hand. The fear and possibility of shame, embarrassment and loss of job/licence MUST be completely removed from any form of assistance, be it medical or simply just a helpful encouraging/supportive conversation.
If he had done it in a car, it probably would not have got media attention, albeit very little if it did. However it happened in an aeroplane, and he was one of us - just like you and me. You or me could be next, and never say no it could not be, because circumstances and state of minds can change in a heart beat. Everyone is susseptable to depression/anxiety, you are a fool or very niave if you believe anyone is immune to it.