Impulse Control Disorder
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Impulse control disorder groups together several conditions in which a person finds it very hard to resist the urge to carry out certain acts, even when they may have negative consequences.
Common signs:
- Difficulty stopping impulsive behaviors
- Rising tension before acting and momentary relief afterward
- Effects on relationships, studies, or work
Which specialist treats it? The psychiatrist and the psychologist are the professionals who evaluate and support these conditions, sometimes with help from the neuropsychologist.
When to seek care? If hard-to-control impulses cause distress or affect daily life, it is reasonable to seek professional guidance. Talking with a specialist helps you better understand what is happening and find suitable forms of support.
Data on 1,185 doctors who treat impulse control disorder
Which specialist treats impulse control disorder?
Impulse control disorder is treated by a psychologist or psychiatrist, with support from a psychoanalyst or a sexologist depending on the type of behavior involved. See a specialist if you have difficulty controlling impulses that affect your daily life or relationships.
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Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in impulse control disorder
Dr. Ernesto Agustín Lara Benítez
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Katherine Mawcinitt Backmann
Dr. Brisa Vega Castellanos
Dr. Gimena Soledad Liberman Estévez
Dr. Miriam Nava Castillo
Frequently asked questions
What is impulse control disorder?
Impulse control disorder groups together several conditions in which a person finds it very hard to resist the urge to carry out certain acts, even when they may have negative consequences.
Which doctor treats impulse control disorder?
Impulse control disorder is treated by a psychologist or psychiatrist, with support from a psychoanalyst or a sexologist depending on the type of behavior involved. See a specialist if you have difficulty controlling impulses that affect your daily life or relationships.