It is often called Emotional dysregulation when a person cannot control their emotions. Emotional dysregulation is a term used in the psychological community to describe an individual’s inability to control or regulate emotional responses to stimuli or situations. This can manifest in various ways, such as experiencing emotions intensely, having difficulty calming down after something upsetting or reacting impulsively or inappropriately to emotional stimuli.

Emotional dysregulation can be seen in several psychological conditions, including mood disorders (such as depression and bipolar disorder), anxiety disorders, personality disorders (especially borderline personality disorder), and trauma-related disorders (such as post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD). It’s also a key feature of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in some cases.

Treatment for emotional dysregulation often involves psychotherapy techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and other approaches that help individuals understand and manage their emotions more effectively. Medication may also be prescribed to manage symptoms associated with underlying mental health conditions contributing to emotional dysregulation.