Impulse Control Disorder Treatment in India
About Impulse Control Disorder
Key Highlights
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Non-invasive, evidence-based psychiatric treatment focused on behavioral modification.Personalized therapy plans combining psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy.Aims to reduce harmful behaviors and improve decision-making and self-control.Addresses the root psychological and neurological causes of impulsive actions.Can significantly enhance personal, social, and professional relationships.Provides patients with lifelong coping mechanisms and relapse prevention strategies./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Diagnosis of a specific Impulse Control Disorder like Intermittent Explosive Disorder, Kleptomania, Pyromania, or Pathological Gambling.
- Recurrent failure to resist impulses leading to acts that harm self or others.
- Behaviors causing significant distress, social, occupational, or legal problems.
- Co-occurring conditions such as ADHD, OCD, substance use disorders, or mood disorders.
- When impulsive behaviors are dangerous (e.g., reckless driving, uncontrolled aggression).
- As part of a broader treatment plan for personality disorders like Borderline Personality Disorder.
How to prepare
- Initial comprehensive psychiatric evaluation to confirm diagnosis and rule out other conditions.
- Detailed history taking, including behavioral patterns, triggers, and consequences.
- Possible psychological testing or assessments.
- Discussion of treatment goals, modalities (therapy/medication), and expected timeline.
- For medication management, a review of medical history and current medications.
- Informed consent process outlining the therapeutic approach.
Risks & possible complications
- Potential side effects from medications (e.g., SSRIs, mood stabilizers) like nausea, weight gain, or sedation.
- Temporary increase in anxiety or distress when confronting behaviors in therapy.
- Risk of relapse or incomplete response to treatment.
- Possible interactions if new medications are prescribed with existing ones.
- Emotional discomfort during intensive psychotherapy sessions.
- Rarely, paradoxical reactions or worsening of symptoms.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery is a gradual process of learning and behavioral change, not post-surgical healing.
- Regular attendance of psychotherapy sessions (weekly or bi-weekly) is crucial.
- Consistent adherence to any prescribed medication regimen.
- Practice of coping skills and strategies learned in therapy in daily life.
- Ongoing monitoring by the psychiatrist for progress and medication adjustment.
- Involvement in support groups or family therapy may be recommended for sustained recovery.
- Focus on relapse prevention and building a healthy routine.
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Typical hospital stay:
Typically outpatient (0 days)
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Expected recovery time:
Ongoing process; significant improvement often seen in 3-6 months
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering impulse control disorder in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with psychiatry departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform impulse control disorder. MediFyr helps you compare psychiatry specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for impulse control disorder compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 1.5 Thousand – 5 Thousand | Typically outpatient (0 days) | ~ Ongoing process; significant improvement often seen in 3-6 months | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 5.25 Thousand – 17.5 Thousand | Typically outpatient (0 days) | ~ Ongoing process; significant improvement often seen in 3-6 months | Know More |
Robert Williams, a 58-year-old accountant, had...
Robert Williams, a 58-year-old accountant, had built a successful career and family life, but for over a decade, he was secretly consumed by compulsive gambling. What began as occasional trips to the racetrack escalated into daily online sports betting, draining his retirement savings and maxing out credit cards. His symptoms included an irresistible urge to gamble, lying to his wife about finances, and intense irritability when he tried to stop. After a final, devastating loss that threatened his home, his primary care doctor referred him to a psychiatrist specializing in Impulse Control Disorders (ICD). The doctor recommended a comprehensive treatment plan including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify triggers, a structured financial management plan, and a trial of N-acetylcysteine, a medication showing promise for ICD. Robert's treatment experience was grueling; therapy unearthed deep-seated issues around control and boredom. Initially, he felt shame and hopelessness. After six months of consistent treatment, combined with attending a support group, Robert achieved abstinence. The recovery outcome was a restored marriage and financial stability, though he remains vigilant. Emotionally, he journeyed from self-loathing and despair to cautious hope, and now feels a hard-won pride in his self-control and a deeper connection with his family.
Psychiatry Specialists for Impulse Control Disorder
Explore experienced psychiatry specialists who regularly perform impulse control disorder and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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- 11 Years Experience
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- 10 Years Experience
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Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 7 Years Experience
- Psychiatry Specialist
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- 7 Years Experience
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- 6 Years Experience
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- 6 Years Experience
- Psychiatry Specialist
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- 25 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Salt Lake, Kolkata
- 9 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 20 Years Experience
- Psychiatry Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 19 Years Experience
- Psychiatry Specialist
Manipal Hospitals Broadway, Kolkata
- 8 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Jaipur, Jaipur
- 24 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Salt Lake, Kolkata
- 20 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospitals Broadway, Kolkata
- 22 Years Experience
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