Korean J Leg Med.
1997 May;21(1):113-122.
A Clinical Study of Firesetters in Forensic Psychiatric Hospital
Abstract
OBJECTIVES
The main purpose of this study was aimed at examining the epidemiological and clinical data of firesetters in Konju forensic psychiatric hospital. METHOD: The thirty firesetters were admitted at Konju forensic psychiatric hospital from January. 1, 1998 to December. 1, 1995, They carefully investigated from January. 3, 1996 to July. 31, 1996 through the methods of psychiatric interview, chart review, the written judgement review and telephone interview.
RESULTS
There are significant differences in education level and intelligence quotient among three groups. Prevalence of febrile convulsion, nail biting, and enuresis are highest among the firesettes. Alcohol-related family history is significantly high in firesetters. Most frequently reported motivation of firesetters were psychosis, and anger or revenge.
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