Impulsiveness and burn patients

Impulsiveness is a tendency to act quickly based on a whim without reflection or consideration of consequences [1]. It is a key feature of many psychiatric disorders such as personality disorders (particularly antisocial and borderline personality disorders), conduct disorder, mania, substance use disorder, ADHD (attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder), eating disorders (particularly in bulimia) and impulse control disorders [2]. Genetic links and, neural and psychological mechanisms have also been discussed [1,3].

Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries - October 1, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Raimo Palmu, Timo Partonen, Kirsi Suominen, Jyrki Vuola Source Type: research