What is Kleptomania
Kleptomania is an inability to resist impulses of stealing. A person with this disorder is compelled to steal things, generally things of little or no value, such as pens, decorati...
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Do i have kleptomania?
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i steal. all the time. shit i dont want or need sometimes i even throw it away after, it purly is for the theft. im trying not to stel this week but its really hard. i have never realised how much of a problem this is untill now. ive never really mentioned it to my psycotherapist or psycologist because im kind of ashamed.. even though it makes me really happy at the time and i couldnt care less if i was caught.
someone please tell me what you think. Posted on 07/28/09, 06:07 am |
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yes, this sounds like it is really present in your life and it will catch up to you sooner or later. It may take a while before you get caught or before it starts causing problems, which will only reinforce the behavior more. I would reccomend being honest with your therapist, and someone closer to you. I think the first step is being able to admit it is a problem for you. It is really hard for me to stop and now I am in legal trouble because of it and am denied jobs. You integrity and freedom is worth so much more than anything you can steal. 
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Most Psychologists agree that this extent of Kleptomania is OCD related. The stress to take something builds and builds until you are forced to take it, then the stress goes away and you feel relief. You really should talk to a Psychologist about it, because it can be managed, and if left unmanaged, it will grow into stronger urges. Stop it now, and get help.
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