Intermittent explosive disorder (IED)

The full DSM-5-TR criteria are not included in this record. Everything the record does hold is shown below. Check DSM-5-TR before recording the diagnosis.

1. A

   Key feature A

   Recurrent outbursts of failure to control aggressive impulses; ≥1 of: verbal aggression or physical aggression toward property/animals/individuals ≥2×/week (on average) for ≥3 months; ≥3 aggressive outbursts involving damage/injury within a 12-month period

2. B

   Key feature B

   Aggressiveness grossly disproportionate in magnitude to the provocation or precipitating psychosocial stressors

3. C

   Key feature C

   Not better explained by another mental/medical condition; not attributable to substances

4. D

   Key feature D

   Chronological age ≥6 years (or equivalent developmental level)

Mild

Infrequent outbursts with limited functional impact.

Moderate

Recurrent outbursts with clear interpersonal or occupational consequences.

Severe

Frequent or severe outbursts causing significant injury, damage, or pervasive impairment.