In Huntington's disease, impulsivity — acting without prior planning — can occur alongside depression or personality disorders, creating a specific clinical picture that requires a targeted management approach.
Impulsivity in this context consists of acting without prior planning, which can lead to unpredictable behaviour. When associated with depression or personality disorders, there is an elevated risk of auto- or hetero-aggressiveness, making prompt and appropriate intervention essential.
The structured regimen for this scenario involves combining a neuroleptic with an SSRI. Depending on the clinical course, additional long-term pharmacological measures may also be considered — the full protocol details remain ahead.
DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2019.00710
Impulsivity consists of acting without prior planning, which can lead to unpredictable behavior.
When impulsivity is associated with depression or personality disorders, there is a risk of auto- or hetero-aggressiveness, which justifies the prescription of a neuroleptic in combination with a SSRI.
Long-term mood-stabilizer treatment may be introduced in the case of mood lability and impulsivity.
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