Kleptomania

/ˌkleptəˈmeɪniə/
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Mental Disorder

Kleptomania is recognized as a psychological disorder, not a habit or personality trait.

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He couldn't control his actions due to kleptomania, which required professional treatment.
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Not Greedy

Kleptomania involves stealing without a need, differentiating it from theft out of greed or poverty.

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Despite being wealthy, her kleptomania led her to steal inexpensive items compulsively.
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Uncontrollable Urges

People with kleptomania experience an irresistible urge to steal, which is beyond their control.

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The sudden compulsion to steal that shoplifters feel differs from kleptomania, which is a persistent condition.
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