The episodic dyscontrol syndrome and aggression

Neurol Clin. 1984 Feb;2(1):113-25.

Abstract

This article concerns the syndrome of episodic dyscontrol, not psychopathic behavior. It is discussed as a symptom of many disorders, both psychologic and physical; organic causes and correlates, pathophysiology, and pharmacologic treatment are given.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Aggression*
  • Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity / diagnosis
  • Brain Injuries / complications
  • Child
  • Epilepsy / complications
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mental Disorders / diagnosis*
  • Mental Disorders / epidemiology
  • Middle Aged
  • Neurocognitive Disorders / diagnosis
  • Rage
  • Syndrome
  • Terminology as Topic
  • Violence