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I apologize in advance for the lengthy post, but some have asked me what I believe to be the motive in this case IF the PO is determined to be responsible. I am not accusing...I am giving MOO as to what may have been the motive. I will provide a link at the end of my post.
Intermittent explosive disorder (IED) is an impulse-control disorder characterized by sudden episodes of unwarranted anger. The disorder is typified by hostility, impulsivity, and recurrent aggressive outbursts. People with IED essentially explode into a rage despite a lack of apparent provocation or reason. Individuals suffering from intermittent explosive disorder have described feeling as though they lose control of their emotions and become overcome with anger. People with IED may threaten to or actually attack objects, animals, and/or other humans. IED is said to typically begin during the early teen years and evidence has suggested that it has the potential of predisposing individuals to depression, anxiety, and substance abuse disorders. Intermittent explosive disorder is not diagnosed unless a person has displayed at least three episodes of impulsive aggressiveness.
The cause of intermittent explosive disorder is said to be a combination of multiple components, including genetic factors, physical factors, and environmental factors. The following are some examples of these varying factors:
Genetic: It has been hypothesized that the traits that this disorder is composed of are passed down from parents to children; however, there is presently not any specific gene identified as having a prominent impact in the development of IED.
Physical: Research has suggested that intermittent explosive disorder may occur as the result of abnormalities in the areas of the brain that regulate arousal and inhibition. Impulsive aggression may be related to abnormal mechanisms in the part of the brain that inhibits or prohibits muscular activity through the neurotransmitter serotonin. Serotonin, which works to send chemical messages throughout the brain, may be composed differently in people with intermittent explosive disorder.
Environmental: The environment in which a person grows up can have a large impact on whether or not he or she develops symptoms of IED. It has been hypothesized that people who grow up in homes in which they were subjected to harsh punishments are more likely to develop IED. The belief is that these children will follow the example set by their parents and will act out aggressively their initial reaction to something negative that they encounter. Another theory is that if children endured harsh physical punishments, they may find a sense of redemption in putting others through the same form of physical pain.
Risk Factors:
Being male
Exposure to violence at an early age
Exposure to explosive behaviors at home (e.g. angry outbursts from parents or siblings)
Having experienced physical trauma
Having experienced emotional trauma
History of substance abuse
Certain medical conditions
The following are some examples of various signs and symptoms that a person suffering from IED may exhibit:
Behavioral symptoms:
Physical aggressiveness
Verbal aggressivenessAngry outbursts
Physically attacking people and/or objects
Damaging propertyRoad rage
Physical symptoms:
Headaches
Muscle tension
Chest tightness
Palpitations
Tingling
Feelings of pressure in the head
Tremors
Cognitive symptoms:
Low frustration tolerance
Feeling a loss of control over ones thoughts
Racing thoughts
Psychosocial symptoms:
Feelings of rage
Uncontrollable irritability
Brief periods of emotional detachment
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http://www.valleybehavioral.com/disorders/ied/signs-symptoms-causes
Again, JMOO on possible explanation of motive...
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