The violent behavior that’s part of intermittent explosive disorder is not always directed at others.
- People with intermittent explosive disorder are also at significantly increased risk of harming themselves, either with intentional injuries or suicide attempts.
- Those who are also addicted to drugs or had another serious mental disorder, such as depression, are at the greatest risk of harming themselves.
People with intermittent explosive disorder are often perceived by others as always being angry.
Other complications of intermittent explosive disorder may include job loss, school suspension, divorce, auto accidents or incarceration.