Impulsive behavior is acting without thinking. Some examples of this would be reckless driving, promiscuous behavior, binge eating, binge drinking, shouting at others, threatening, destroying property, shoplifting, and fighting.
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Examples of impulsive behavior include making a large purchase without planning, speaking or acting without considering the consequences, or engaging in risky activities without thinking things through. Impulsive behavior can also involve reacting emotionally without reflecting on the situation first.
Examples of hyperactivity or impulsive behavior may include constantly fidgeting, interrupting others in conversations, difficulty waiting one's turn, making quick decisions without considering consequences, and engaging in risky activities without considering the potential dangers.
Examples of bad behavior include lying, cheating, stealing, bullying, disrespecting others, being dishonest, and breaking the law.
Self-control is the inner force of personality that holds back or restrains impulsive behavior. It involves regulating emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in order to achieve long-term goals or adhere to societal norms.
Some common classifications of behavior in psychology include adaptive behavior, maladaptive behavior, cognitive behavior, emotional behavior, social behavior, impulsive behavior, learned behavior, innate behavior, abnormal behavior, and prosocial behavior. These classifications help psychologists understand and categorize different types of behaviors that individuals exhibit.
Capricious means unpredictable or impulsive, while cruel means causing pain or suffering intentionally. Capricious behavior can be whimsical or fickle, while cruel behavior is deliberately harmful or malicious.