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Signs of Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED)

As a clinical psychiatrist, I have encountered various mental health conditions throughout my career. One such condition that can have a significant impact on individuals and their relationships is Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED). It is essential to be aware of the signs and symptoms of IED to identify and address the condition effectively. In this blog post, I will discuss the common signs of IED and shed light on this often misunderstood disorder. Understanding Intermittent Explosive Disorder Intermittent Explosive Disorder is characterized by recurrent episodes of impulsive, aggressive outbursts that are out of proportion to the provoking stimuli. These outbursts can include verbal or physical aggression and are often accompanied by feelings of anger, irritability, and rage. It is crucial to note that IED goes beyond ordinary anger or occasional temper tantrums and significantly affects an individual's daily functioning and relationships. Frequent Explosive Outbursts One o...

Pain and Emotions: Understanding the Connection

Pain is an inevitable part of life. Whether it's physical or emotional pain, it's something that we all experience at some point in our lives. Pain is not just a physical sensation, but it's also closely related to our emotions. In fact, pain and emotions are the same thing. Let's explore the connection between pain and emotions, the role of proprioceptive and interoceptive senses in pain perception, and how understanding pain can help us manage it effectively. Proprioceptive and Interoceptive Senses We have different senses that allow us to perceive the world around us. The five senses that we are all familiar with are sight, hearing, taste, touch, and smell. However, there are other senses that are less known but equally important. These senses are proprioceptive and interoceptive senses. Proprioceptive senses refer to our ability to perceive our body's position, movement, and orientation. This sense is responsible for our ability to coordinate movements and maint...