Dromomania

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Dromomania

Dromomania (/droʊmoʊˈmeɪniə/; from Greek dromos "running" + mania "madness, frenzy") is a historical psychiatric diagnosis whose primary symptom was an uncontrollable urge to wander or travel.

Etymology

The term Dromomania is derived from the Greek words dromos, meaning 'running', and mania, meaning 'madness' or 'frenzy'. It was first used in the late 19th century to describe a particular condition observed in some psychiatric patients.

Symptoms

The primary symptom of Dromomania is an uncontrollable urge to wander or travel. This is often accompanied by a feeling of restlessness and a lack of satisfaction with one's current environment. Other symptoms may include a disregard for personal safety and a lack of concern for personal responsibilities.

Diagnosis

In the past, Dromomania was diagnosed based on the presence of its primary symptom - an uncontrollable urge to wander or travel. However, it is no longer recognized as a separate psychiatric disorder in modern diagnostic manuals such as the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) or the International Classification of Diseases (ICD).

Treatment

Treatment for Dromomania in the past often involved confinement in an asylum or hospital. Today, symptoms similar to those of Dromomania may be treated as part of other recognized psychiatric disorders, such as Bipolar Disorder or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), using a combination of medication and psychotherapy.

Related Terms

  • Wanderlust: A strong desire to travel or wander.
  • Nomadism: A lifestyle characterized by constant or frequent moving from one place to another.
  • Psychiatry: The branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental, emotional and behavioral disorders.

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