Major Depressive Disorder. Lexapro (escitalopram) is indicated for the acute and maintenance treatment of major depressive disorder in adults and in adolescents 12 to 17 years of age [see Clinical Studies (14.1)].
While environmental factors play into someone with controlling behavior, it could also be a genetic predisposition to certain mental illnesses, like OCD, bipolar or even personality disorders. It can also occur due to low-self esteem on the part of the controlling individual. add a comment.
A child might receive attention for it from parents, teachers, or peers. When parents ignore the behavior or unknowingly reward it, they can further encourage it. In some children, aggressive behavior is a result of the manic stage of bipolar disorder.It can also be caused by irritability due to depression.ggressive behavior is a problem because it occurs frequently or in a pattern. Generally speaking, aggressive behavior stems from an inability to control behavior, or from a misunderstanding of what behaviors are appropriate. Aggressive behavior can be reactive, or in retaliation.