control disorder

[kənˈtroʊl dɪˈsɔrdər]
nounpl: control disorders
transtorno do controle dos impulsos
1. A psychiatric condition characterized by difficulty controlling aggressive impulses, anger, or destructive behaviors, despite awareness of negative consequences
Intermittent explosive disorder is a control disorder that causes sudden outbursts of anger.
O transtorno explosivo intermitente é um transtorno do controle dos impulsos que causa crises repentinas de raiva.
2. A spectrum of behavioral disorders involving impaired impulse control and failure to resist urges or behaviors that are harmful
The patient was diagnosed with a control disorder after repeated episodes of aggressive behavior.
O paciente foi diagnosticado com um transtorno do controle dos impulsos após episódios repetidos de comportamento agressivo.
In Brazilian psychiatric and medical contexts, 'transtorno do controle dos impulsos' is the standardized term used in DSM-5 Portuguese translations and clinical practice. In the United States, awareness of impulse control disorders has increased with greater emphasis on mental health screening in schools and workplaces. The condition is often associated with childhood behavioral issues and may be comorbid with ADHD or conduct disorders.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
impulse control disorderdisruptive behavior disorderanger management disorderbehavioral disorder
Antonyms / Antônimos
emotional regulationimpulse inhibitionbehavioral control

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
transtorno do controle dos impulsos
Most common clinical and academic term used in psychiatric settings
Portugal
perturbação do controlo de impulsos
Uses 'controlo' instead of 'controle' and 'perturbação' instead of 'transtorno'
Medical/Academic Portuguese
transtorno do controle comportamental
Alternative clinical term emphasizing behavioral aspects

Related Words

intermittent explosive disorderconduct disorderoppositional defiant disorderimpulse controlanger managementbehavioral therapy

Related Idioms & Phrases

lose control
have a short fuse
blow one's top
lose one's temper
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