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What Causes Intermitant Explosive Disorder?
Question: what are the symptoms of Intermitant Explosive Disorder, what tye of disorder is it(personality, genetic...etc.), and is it curable, or can the symptoms be controlled with medication?
Brief Answer:
Symptoms below.
Detailed Answer:
Hi, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Symptoms of Intermittent Explosive Disorder include explosive eruptions resulting in verbal assaults, body injuries, impulsive and aggressive anger.
These may be preceded by irritability, anger, racing thoughts, tremors, palpitations etc.
The cause about this condition is not fully understood, but genetics and environmental (psychological) condition play a major role in developing this disorder.
Substance abuse plays an additional role in developing this disorder too.
It is treatable and treatment consists on psychotherapy and drugs (antidepressants, anti-anxiety drugs, anticonvulsants).
For treatment modalities, you need to consult with a Psychologist or Psychiatrist.
Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Symptoms below.
Detailed Answer:
Hi, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Symptoms of Intermittent Explosive Disorder include explosive eruptions resulting in verbal assaults, body injuries, impulsive and aggressive anger.
These may be preceded by irritability, anger, racing thoughts, tremors, palpitations etc.
The cause about this condition is not fully understood, but genetics and environmental (psychological) condition play a major role in developing this disorder.
Substance abuse plays an additional role in developing this disorder too.
It is treatable and treatment consists on psychotherapy and drugs (antidepressants, anti-anxiety drugs, anticonvulsants).
For treatment modalities, you need to consult with a Psychologist or Psychiatrist.
Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.
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