Examining the Effect of Disorders upon Impulsive Behavior in Criminal Actions and its Legal Implications in Emergency Department: Systematic Review

Abstract: Background: There are significant concerns regarding the relationship between mental health and criminal culpability since impulse control problems have long been linked to the genesis of criminal behaviour. In trying to clarify the complex legal ramifications that result from this link, this study explores the close link between diseases that inhibit impulse control and their possible role in criminal behaviour in patients coming to the emergency department. Aim: This research aims to explore how impulse control disorders contribute to criminal actions, emphasizing significant correlations and calling for transformative changes in emergency help for psychiatric patients and in the criminal justice system. Methodology: This study utilized Bullion Words for a literature review, identifying 24,400 hits, and narrowing down to 24 papers after rigorous selection. The systematic review explores the interplay between impulse control disorders and criminal actions, emphasizing legal implications. Ethical considerations ensure confidentiality. The study concludes with key findings, relationship insights, legal discussions, and future research suggestions. Result: This systematic review reveals a nuanced understanding of how impulse control disorders contribute to criminal actions. Identifying specific disorders like kleptomania and intermittent explosive disorder emphasizes the complex interplay of genetic, environmental, and psychological factors. The legal implications highlight the need for a paradigm shift in the criminal justice system, advocating tailored interventions and rehabilitation strategies, and offering a novel perspective for future legal frameworks. Conclusion: This systematic review provides a comprehensive overview of the complex interconnection between impulse control disorders and criminal actions. The findings underscore the importance of recognizing these disorders in legal contexts and advocate for a nuanced approach to sentencing and treatment. Future research should focus on refining diagnostic criteria, exploring intervention strategies, and elucidating the long-term impact of impulse control disorders on legal outcomes. Overall, this review contributes to a more informed understanding of the legal implications surrounding impulse control disorders and criminal actions.