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.
Behavioral manifestations and complications of addiction, primarily due to impaired control, can include: 1  Excessive use and/or engagement in addictive behaviors, at higher frequencies and/or quantities than the person intended, often associated with a persistent desire for and unsuccessful attempts at behavioral control;