Romeo And Juliet Suicides

According to The National Institution of Health, “The construct of impulsivity is an important determinant of personality differences, psychiatric disorders, and associated risk-taking behaviors.” This is clear through the actions of Friar Laurence, Lord Capulet, and Romeo, three characters in William Shakespeare’s well-known play Romeo and Juliet. Romeo and Juliet have a deep affection for each other, in defiance that their families, the Montagues and Capulets, are sworn enemies. Additionally, characters in this play make mindless decisions to meet their expectations. Impulsivity is most to blame for the deaths of Romeo and Juliet as it drives the decisions of Friar Laurence to finalize the marriage between Romeo and Juliet, Lord Capulet as

you shall not stay alone/ Till the holy church incorporates two in one.” (2.6.35-37). This evidence makes clear that Friar Laurence is a victim of impulsivity as he is aware that Romeo and Juliet are not supposed to be with each other; regardless of this, he marries them quickly, showcasing the possessiveness of this pernicious trait. This holy ceremony builds the relationship between the two lovers, resulting in them being in a state of suicide if one is not with the other. Romeo and Juliet join as one in holy matrimony with the significant assistance of reckless behavior, acted upon by Friar Laurence. The rearrangement of Paris and Juliet’s marriage to Lord Capulet is also driven by reckless behavior. This is clearly shown when Lord Capulet wishes that Juliet marry County Paris and rearranges the wedding ceremony earlier than expected, “Send for the County; go tell him of this. I’ll have this knot knit up tomorrow morning.” (4.2.23-24). This change in mindset constructs impulsivity and prevails over him as he first demands time and patience for his daughter, Juliet, and then hastily changes the date of this unbalanced