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Analysis of Impulsive Behavior Dr.Astabrak Ali Naji  Introduction Impulsivity (or impulsiveness): is a multifactorial construct that involves a tendency to act on a whim, displaying behavior characterized by little or no forethought, reflection, or consideratio...

Analysis of Impulsive Behavior Dr.Astabrak Ali Naji  Introduction Impulsivity (or impulsiveness): is a multifactorial construct that involves a tendency to act on a whim, displaying behavior characterized by little or no forethought, reflection, or consideration of the consequences. Impulsive behaviour: the trait of impulsivity refers to a chronic and general tendency to act on impulses. Impulsivity, the tendency to act without thinking, is linked to risky behaviors during adolescence that can become difficult to modify over time.  construct of impulsivity It includes at least two independent components: (1) Acting without adequate planning or an appropriate amount of deliberation. (2) Choosing short-term gaining over long-term gaining. Impulsivity control disorders Causes of Impulsivity:  Signs of Impulsivity:  Strategies to Cope with Impulsive Behaviour: 1. Self Regulation: self-talk is very important so that the person is encouraged to think about choices and options before rushing in. The followings are good examples of questions to use: ―Is this what you really want to do?‖ ―Are you ready to do this?‘ ―What do you need to get ready?‖ ―Have you thought about all the options and the consequences?‖ – write down a list of pro‘s and con‘s ―Do you need more information?‖ ―If you do this, what will happen next?‖  Strategies to Cope with Impulsive Behaviour: 2. Social Situations: if the person is dominating the conversation or talking over other people you may need to let them know. Sometimes other people can give a sign or cue if the person is interrupting, talking too much, or not saying/doing the right thing. Prepare in advance before going into a situation and talk about ―What are you going to talk about?‖ and ―How will you know if you are talking too much?‖  Ego (cognitive) depletion as a Theories of impulsivity According to the ego (or cognitive) depletion theory of impulsivity, self-control refers to the capacity for altering one's own responses, especially to bring them into line with standards such as ideals, values, morals, and social expectations, and to support the pursuit of long- term goals. Self-control enables a person to restrain or override one response, thereby making a different response possible.  Ego (cognitive) depletion as a Theories of impulsivity A major tenet of the theory is that engaging in acts of self-control draws from a limited "reservoir" of self- control that, when depleted, results in reduced capacity for further self-regulation. Self-control is viewed as analogous to a muscle: Just as a muscle requires strength and energy to exert force over a period of time, acts that have high self-control demands also require strength and energy to perform. Similarly, as muscles become fatigued after a period of sustained exertion and have reduced capacity to exert further force, self-control can also become depleted when demands are made of self-control resources over a period of time. Intervention Diet & Regimen Than you attendance