Kleptomania is a complex and often misunderstood mental health disorder characterized by an irresistible urge to steal items, regardless of their monetary value or personal usefulness. This condition affects approximately 0.3-0.6% of the general population, translating to millions of individuals worldwide struggling with this impulse control disorder.
Despite its prevalence, kleptomania remains shrouded in stigma and misconception, often conflated with ordinary theft or shoplifting.
Spotting kleptomania symptoms early can help provide the right support. Find out
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