episodic dyscontrol
episodic dyscontrol
In recent years the disorder has gained media attention after several instances of aggressive, violent, or homicidal behavior by previously normal high school students resulted in the deaths of classmates, teachers, or family members. The disorder is more common in young men than in women. It is only diagnosable when other causes of violent behavior (such as conduct disorder, cognitive impairment, delirium, hallucinations) or other psychiatric illnesses have been excluded.