Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pyromania
Noun
/ˌpaɪ.rəˈmeɪ.ni.ə/
Definition
A mental disorder characterized by an uncontrollable urge to start fires.
Examples
- His pyromania led to several destructive incidents in the neighborhood.
- During therapy, she revealed her struggles with pyromania.
- Pyromania is often linked to other underlying psychological issues.
Meaning
Pyromania is defined as a specific impulse control disorder where individuals experience a strong compulsion to set things on fire, often leading to significant distress or impairment in personal functioning.
Synonyms
- Fire-setting disorder
- Impulse control disorder
- Arson (sometimes used in a broader context)
