Impulse control disorders (ICDs) are a class of psychiatric disorders characterized by difficulties controlling aggressive or antisocial impulses. Because they can involve physical violence, theft, or ...

Impulsive behavior can be part of an impulse control disorder or other mental health disorder but is not a disorder on its own. Some physical conditions can also cause impulsive behavior. An impulsive ...

Kyoto, Japan -- Don't call a kleptomaniac a crook. Not only are the underlying motives for stealing different, brain activity also shows contrasting images. A team of researchers at Kyoto University ...