This causes Suder's violent impulses to be transferred to the Vulcan, giving Suder a sense of calm by causing Tuvok to experience uncontrollable violent urges himself: he even attacks a holographic form of Neelix. Eventually, Tuvok confines himself to quarters, and removes himself from duty as he is unable to control his violent urges. The Doctor attempts to cure Tuvok of his urges by forcing his emotions into the open.
Suder's aggressive tendencies are transferred to Vulcan, providing Suder with a sense of peace while causing Tuvok to experience uncontrollable violent urges—such as attacking a holographic Neelix. Eventually, Tuvok isolates himself and steps away from duty due to his inability to control his violent impulses. The Doctor attempts to treat Tuvok's urges by making his emotions more apparent.