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Impulsive Behavior

Medical Definition: An act performed without delay, reflection, voluntary direction or obvious control in response to a stimulus.
Guide Notes: use Cat F3 qualif
Previously Indexed: Behavior (1966-1967)
Impulsive Behavior Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition 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 Medical Definitions and Terms

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