Impulse control disorder is a set of psychiatric disorders that usually occur between the ages of 7 and 15. These disorders are a part of the obsessive- compulsive disorder spectrum. People affected by these disorders usually have problems resisting the urge to do something that is harmful for them or for the others. The ability to control impulses or primitive urges is actually what marks human psychological maturity and distinguishes humans from the other living animal species. The impulsiveness characteristic for these disorders, usually appear as seeking a small and short-term gain at the expense of a large long-term loss. People affected by this disorder demonstrate failure to resist their behavioral impulsiveness.
Posted on: Sat, 20 Jul 2013 14:01:36 +0000
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