Pyromania

usgb/ˌpaɪrəʊˈmeɪniə/
noun

A mental condition that makes someone want to intentionally start fires.

The psychologist diagnosed the patient with pyromania due to his unusual fascination with setting things on fire.
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Often appears as...

  • suffer from pyromania
  • diagnosed with pyromania
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Psychological Disorder

Pyromania is a serious psychological disorder, not just a casual interest in fire.

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His pyromania led him to seek professional help to manage his impulses.
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Intentional Acts

Pyromania involves deliberate actions to start fires, distinguishing it from accidental fire-setting.

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Following several incidents, the evidence pointed towards pyromania.
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Impulse Control

Individuals with pyromania struggle with controlling their urges to ignite fires.

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Despite knowing the risks, his pyromania made it difficult to resist playing with matches.
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