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Kleptomania
Kleptomania is a psychiatric condition characterized by the irresistible need to steal.
Dr. Kat Kat reviewed this
33 years experience
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Teenager 14-18 | Very common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Very common |
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Is kleptomania something that comes from being taught bad habits?
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Are the symptoms of kleptomania and is there any way to prevent them?
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Could someone that has a control disorder like kleptomania go to prison?
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What is the cure for kleptomania? Do you treat it with SSRI's?
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A 23-year old female asked:
How do I get help for a friend who suffers from Kleptomania? She has a history of depression and she believes what she takes is truly hers.
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What are side effects of allopathic medicines for kleptomania?
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Can kleptomania be related to anxiety or panic attack disorders?
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Is it possible for intermittent explosive disorder, bulimia and kleptomania to all be related?
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Mother of my baby has kleptomania. What does this mean for future?
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Do kleptomaniacs have particular things they like to steal usually?
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