Definition:
This condition is an impulse to intentionally start fires to help relieve stress and usually includes relief or gratification afterwards. It is also related to arson and similar with those who start fires due to psychosis. Patients with this condition are referred to as Pyromaniacs. This condition often affects male.
Diagnosis:
There is a difficulty in diagnosing this condition a regular check-up or visitation with a professional psychiatrists helps in properly diagnosing this condition.
Treatment:
Behaviour modification
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
Playing out the obsession in replicated environment also helps
Anger management
Training in aggression replacement
Cognitive restructuring
Psychotherapy (long-term insight-oriented)
Symptoms and Signs:
Starting fires
Enjoyment/excitement associated to fires
Depression
Suicidal attempts
Conflicts in relationships
Incapacity to cope with stress
Causes:
Loneliness and sadness followed by anger
Primordial aspiration to express power over nature
Fears/worries of castrations
Rebellious attitudes and acts
Craving/seeking for sensation
Looking/seeking for attention
Lack of social skills
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