Disruptive, Impulse Control and Conduct Disorders
Kleptomania
Kleptomania is characterized by an uncontrollable urge to steal. Individuals with kleptomania often take items they don't need or that hold little value. Before stealing, they may feel increasing tension, followed by relief and satisfaction after the act.
Pyromania
Pyromania is a condition characterized by a strong fascination with fire, leading to deliberate and repetitive acts of fire-starting that can endanger both the individual and others. Those affected by pyromania often experience tension and emotional arousal before setting fires, and they typically engage in this behavior multiple times.
Intermittent Explosive Disorder
Intermittent explosive disorder is marked by sudden, intense outbursts of anger and violence that are disproportionate to the triggering situation. Individuals with this disorder may react with explosive anger or aggressive behavior to minor frustrations or disappointments in daily life.
Conduct Disorder
Conduct disorder is diagnosed in children and adolescents under 18 who consistently defy social norms and infringe on the rights of others. Symptoms include aggression toward people and animals, vandalism, theft, deceitfulness, and disregard for rules and laws. These behaviors often lead to serious issues in academic and social settings for the child.
Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Oppositional defiant disorder typically starts before the age of 18 and is defined by persistent defiance, irritability, anger, aggression, and a tendency towards vindictiveness.
While occasional defiance is normal in children, those with oppositional defiant disorder consistently refuse to follow adult requests and often deliberately engage in behaviors to annoy others.
