Impulsive Behavior
| Definition: |
An act performed without delay, reflection, voluntary direction or obvious control in response to a stimulus. |
| Notes: |
use Cat F3 qualif |
| Previously Indexed: |
Behavior (1966-1967) |
Impulsive Behavior Categories.
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Compulsive Behavior - The behavior of performing an act persistently and repetitively without it leading to reward or pleasure. The act is usually a small, circumscribed behavior, almost ritualistic, yet not pathologically disturbing. Examples of compulsive behavior include twirling of hair, checking something constantly, not wanting pennies in change, straightening tilted pictures, etc. |
Impulsive Behavior Definitions and Terms
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