diagnosis- impulse control disorder

Question 1

compulsion

Answer 1

built up tension that is released when engaging in behaviour that feels irresistible to not carry out

Question 2

ICD-11

Answer 2

behaviour leads to euphoric rush
high lasts for a short period of time

Question 3

kleptomania

Answer 3

recurrent, irresistible urge to steal
can develop at any age
don’t need things that are stolen
ppl w this disorder suffer from depression and anxiety

Question 4

pyromania

Answer 4

fascination with fire
lights fire without the intention to damage
risk factor: boredom, conflict at home/ school, stress
occur at a young age
tension built up when they light the fire, but leave once the fire is lit
builds even greater as the fire becomes bigger
30% suicidal

Question 5

gambling disorder

Answer 5

destroys lives
involves built up tension
ppl w disorder show same type of physical and behavioural signs as people that are alcoholics
Pattern for at least 12 months before diagnosis is made
takes over basic day-to-day tasks

Question 6

K-SAS

Answer 6

self report
11 item
Respondent is required to consider their thoughts, feelings & actions
item scores between 0-4
highest 44
31 or above severe symptoms
21 moderate
Most people with the disorder are between 22 & 37

Question 7

+ K-SAS

Answer 7

covers all aspects of kleptomania
Quantitative data (does not require any interpretation)
standardised procedure, more objective diagnosis

Question 8

• K-SAS

Answer 8

self-report, ppl lie, they are embarrassed ab their disorder, might not say the truth, reduces validity