Pyromania
Pyromania 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
Pyromania 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.
Pyromania 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.
Pyromania Symptoms and Signs
Starting fires Enjoyment/excitement associated to fires Depression Suicidal attempts Conflicts in relationships Incapacity to cope with stress
Pyromania 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)