Pyromania

Pyromania is a rare impulse control disorder characterized by a deliberate and purposeful pattern of fire-setting. Individuals experience tension or arousal before setting fires and feel pleasure, gratification, or relief when doing so or when witnessing the aftermath. The fire-setting is not motivated by financial gain, revenge, or political ideology. Treatment involves cognitive-behavioral therapy and addressing co-occurring conditions.

⚠️Symptoms

• Deliberate fire setting on more than one occasion
• Tension or arousal before the act
• Fascination with fire
• Pleasure or relief when setting fires
• Not done for monetary gain, ideology, or other motive

🔍Causes

• Impulse control difficulties
• Co-occurring mental health conditions
• Childhood behavioral problems

💊Treatment Options

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Fire safety education
• Treatment of co-occurring conditions