Aggression, Impulsivity, and Personality Disorders

Larry J. Siever; Joshua E. Kuluva

doi:10.1093/oxfordhb/9780195389715.013.0030

Aggression, Impulsivity, and Personality Disorders

Larry J. Siever, Joshua E. Kuluva

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Abstract

Aggressivity and impulsivity are traits that are core features of the Cluster B personality disorders. Within these disorders, impulsive aggression leads to a significant amount of morbidity and mortality. This type of behavior is intrinsically linked to violence, suicide, and substance abuse. In this chapter, we will discuss the phenomenology of these traits, the neurobiology of impulsive aggression, and some potential treatment options. We will conclude with some thoughts on the future direction of research in this filed.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	The Oxford Handbook of Impulse Control Disorders
Publisher	Oxford University Press
ISBN (Electronic)	9780199940431
ISBN (Print)	9780195389715
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1093/oxfordhb/9780195389715.013.0030
State	Published - 18 Sep 2012

Keywords

5HT2A
Impulse control disorders
Impulsive aggression neurobiology
Orbitofrontal cortex
Personality disorders
Serotonin
TPH2
Treatment

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