Why does Powerbook freeze when attaching files?

I am working an a friends Powerbook G4 1.5 GHz 15", running Leopard 10.5.8.
Whenever I attempt to attach a file, located in applications, downloads, desktop, and when composing an email (any mail application, Yahoo!, etc), the Powerbook will begin with the spinning beach ball and will hang there. The only way to proceed is to power it off. Force quit doesn't work.
I have run diagnostics with DiskWarrior (succesfully rebuilt the directory), TechTool, and even performed an Archive and Install with the Leopard install DVD.
One possible clue. There was a Kernel Panic when I tried to start from the Disk Warrior DVD. I was only able to use it through Target Disk Mode from my iBook.
I also tried re-seating the Airport Extreme card and both RAM cards. System profiler looks good. All hardware is recognized and OK.
I may try to disconnect the DVD drive next but wondered if this problem might ring a bell for someone out there.
Thanks in advance!
Randy

Thanks for the reply. I'm sorry, my question wasn't clear. I was actually speakiing of web based email, like Yahoo.
Even though my friend said his hard drive is new, I decided to download a trial version of Smart Utility to his machine and had an Ah-Ha! moment. The drive is failing. I shouldn't ber so fooled when disk Utility and Disk Warrior say that the disk is OK. Directories and mechanics are two different animals.
Thanks for the permissions repair suggestion. I did try that.
The help is much appreciated!
Randy

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