Intermittent explosive disorder
Intermittent explosive disorder (IED) is a condition where a person often has sudden outbursts of anger or aggression.
It is like when you sometimes get really mad and shout or scream, but for people with IED, they may have these outbursts even when they don't want to or when it is not really necessary.
This condition is not the same as being cranky or having a bad mood, and it can happen to anyone, grownups and children alike. Sometimes people with IED may act impulsively or lose control over their emotions.
Usually, these episodes last for only a few minutes, but they can be intense and scary for yourself and for others around you - like when someone starts yelling, breaking things, hitting or hurting others or themselves. These aggressive behaviors create problems with family, friends, school, and work or even with strangers.
IED can be treated with therapy and medications to learn how to manage these emotions in a healthier way, to prevent such attacks, protect relationships and reduce problems caused by angry outbursts.
It is like when you sometimes get really mad and shout or scream, but for people with IED, they may have these outbursts even when they don't want to or when it is not really necessary.
This condition is not the same as being cranky or having a bad mood, and it can happen to anyone, grownups and children alike. Sometimes people with IED may act impulsively or lose control over their emotions.
Usually, these episodes last for only a few minutes, but they can be intense and scary for yourself and for others around you - like when someone starts yelling, breaking things, hitting or hurting others or themselves. These aggressive behaviors create problems with family, friends, school, and work or even with strangers.
IED can be treated with therapy and medications to learn how to manage these emotions in a healthier way, to prevent such attacks, protect relationships and reduce problems caused by angry outbursts.
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