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Irritability characteristics and parameters in an international sample.
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Journal of Affective Disorders
|January 29, 2020
Summary
Irritability is a universal human experience, with most people reporting it weekly. This study explored its causes, experiences, and unique characteristics, suggesting it warrants further research as an independent construct.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Psychiatry
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Irritability is a recognized symptom across numerous psychiatric disorders.
- Despite its prevalence, irritability as an individual construct remains poorly understood.
- This study aimed to define specific characteristics of irritability.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify conceptualizations of irritability as an individual construct.
- To explore the causes, experience, and consequences of irritability.
- To examine the relationship between irritability and anger.
Main Methods:
- Surveyed 402 participants from 10 countries.
- Collected qualitative data on personal experiences with irritability.
- Gathered quantitative data on irritability frequency, intensity, and duration.
Main Results:
- 99.3% of participants reported experiencing irritability in their lifetime.
- Irritability occurred 1-2 times weekly, lasting 30 minutes at a bothersome intensity.
- Women and participants from China, Singapore, and the USA reported longer irritability durations.
Conclusions:
- Findings support the view of irritability as a universal construct.
- Unique themes included physiological aspects and coping strategies like relaxation.
- Further research is recommended to understand irritability as an independent construct for clinical applications.
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