Intermittent Explosive Disorder is a mental illness which is characterised by frequent and arousing episodes of violent impulsive behavior, which can result in physical or verbal harm to people or property. People with IED are prone to losing control during these outbursts and can feel a sense of satisfaction or relief following releasing their a
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Inattentive ADHD, formerly known as ADHD predominantly inattentive type, is one of the three types of ADHD. The people suffering from inattentive ADHD are most likely to experience issues with
Hyperarousal is an increase in alertness and sensitivity to stimuli. It is a physiological response that prepares the body to respond to any threat. Although hyperarousal may be beneficial in certain circumstances in emergencies, for example, chronic or excessive hyperarousal may be detrimental and impact an individual's overall wellbeing. This
Barbiturates are a category of medications that act in the central nervous system as depressants, mostly functioning as sedatives. They have a long track record of use in medicine and were previously prescribed for a variety of ailments including insomnia, anxiety and epilepsy. While their usage has slowed over the years due to the emergence of
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) refers to the amount of alcohol that is present in the bloodstream of an individual. It is a crucial indicator of the degree of alcohol intoxication and impairment due to drinking alcohol. The BAC levels are influenced by a variety of factors, such as the amount of alcohol consumed, the amount in which they are c