Disorders

 

Impulsive Disorders

What Are Impulsive Disorders?

Impulsive disorders are, generally speaking, the inability to control ones impulses and to act according to that impulse. Impulsive disorders can be very damaging to the sufferer and to others and help should be sought immediately if you suspect that you or someone you know is suffering from impulsive disorders. Impulsive behaviour is a human trait that nobody wants to suppress to a large extent; however, impulsive disorders are far more serious because patients become unable to associate between an acceptable impulsive behaviour and an unacceptable one.

The Side Effects Of Impulsive Disorders

Impulsive disorders can lead to violence, aggression, sexual behaviour, excessive gambling, shoplifting and many other socially unacceptable and often illegal activities. Clearly it is imperative that sufferers are diagnosed as early as possible and treated quickly to prevent harm to themselves and those around them as well as the committing of illegal activities.

Do Patients Suffer From A Predisposition To Behavioural Disorders?

Research has indicated that sufferers of impulsive disorders tend to be predisposed to all varieties of disorders. It is not uncommon for those with impulsive disorders to have eating disorders, substance related disorders, or anxiety disorders but it can be very difficult to differentiate where one disorder ends and another begins. Therapy is usually offered to try and combat impulsive disorders and these other disorders at the same time. In general, treatment revolves around the use of serotonin enhancing drugs (although the true effectiveness of this is still being investigated) and cognitive behavioural therapy.

Continuing Research Into Impulsive Disorders

Because cases of impulsive disorders are comparatively rare it has been very difficult for clinical trials and major research to be conducted on the precise causes and most effective treatments for the problem. Research is continuing into all aspects of impulsive disorders and physicians and carers do appreciate the difficulty that patients and those close to them suffer. Advice and guidance should be sought immediately and the possible treatment techniques will be discussed personally.

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