Practice Question
Which of the following is an impulse control disorder?
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Correct Answer:
Pyromania
Rationale:
💎 Pyromania is classified as an impulse control disorder characterized by a recurrent, irresistible urge to deliberately set fires for pleasure, gratification, or relief of tension.
💎 Individuals with impulse control disorders have difficulty resisting harmful impulses, even when aware of the negative consequences.
💎 Other examples of impulse control disorders include kleptomania and intermittent explosive disorder, whereas behaviors such as deceitfulness, aggressive conduct, or rule violations are more typical of conduct disorder or antisocial personality disorder.
💎 Recognizing pyromania as an impulse control disorder is important for appropriate psychiatric evaluation and behavioral therapy.
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This question is from ATI LPN Mental Health Chapter 25-29 Quiz which contains 24 questions.
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- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Mental Health
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