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Is emotional dysregulation a disorder in itself or just a symptom of a disorder?

Q: is emotional dysregulation a disorder in itself or just a symptom of a disorder?

: Most often it would be evidence of another more specific process but it could possibly be manifested without a more obvious diagnosis

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Dr. Steven McCornack answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

Most often it would be evidence of another more specific process but it could possibly be manifested without a more obvious diagnosis

Answered 6/23/2021

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Can be experienced with thought disorder, head injuries, emotional problems, medication and recreational drugs to name just a few

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 6/27/2021

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A member asked:

Is emotional dysregulation a disorder in itself or just a symptom of a disorder?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Steven McCornack answered

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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