The abbreviation “IED” is most commonly used in two very different contexts. In security and military discussions, it usually means “improvised explosive device,” while in mental health it can mean “intermittent explosive disorder.”
Improvised explosive device
An improvised explosive device is a bomb that is built and placed in a non‑standard, improvised way rather than as a regular, factory‑made military weapon. It typically includes an explosive charge, a power source, some kind of casing, and a trigger, and can be hidden as a roadside bomb, in vehicles, or in everyday objects.
Intermittent explosive disorder
Intermittent explosive disorder is a mental health condition marked by repeated, sudden episodes of impulsive aggression or angry outbursts that are out of proportion to the situation. These episodes can involve verbal aggression or physical harm to people, animals, or property, and they often cause distress and problems at work, school, or in relationships.
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