riosity about, or attraction to fire and its situational contexts (e.g., paraphernalia, uses,
consequences) (Criterion C). Individuals with this disorder are often regular “watchers” at
fires in their neig hborhoods, may set off false alarms, and derive pleasure from institutions,
equipment, and personnel associat ed with fire. They may spend time at the local fire depart-
ment, set fires to be affiliated with the fire department, or even beco me firefighters. Individ-
uals with this disorder experi ence pleasure, gratification, or relief when setting the fire,
witnessing its effects, or participating in its aftermath (Criterion D). The fire setting is not
done for monetary gain, as an expression of so ciopolitical ideology, to conceal criminal ac-
tivity, to express anger or vengeance, to impr ove one’s living circumstances, or in response
to a delusion or a hallucination (Criterion E). The fire setting does not result from impaired
judgment (e.g., in major neurocog nitive disorder or intellectual disability [intellectual devel-
opmental disorder]). The diagnosis is not made if the fire setting is better explained by con-
duct disorder, a manic episode, or antiso cial personality disorder (Criterion F).
Associated Features Supporting Diagnosis
Individuals with pyromania may make considerable advance preparation for starting a
fire. They may be indifferent to  the consequences to life or property caused by the fire, or