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Kleptomaniac

usgb/ˌkleptəˈmeɪniæk/Volume
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Psychological Disorder

Understand 'kleptomaniac' identifies a mental health condition, not just a habit of stealing.

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The court considered her status as a kleptomaniac before sentencing.
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No Financial Motive

'Kleptomaniac' implies stealing without the need for the item, not for profit or economic gain.

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Even though he is wealthy, he can't resist stealing small trinkets, he's a kleptomaniac.
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Irresistible Impulse

Focus on the uncontrollable urge aspect that a kleptomaniac experiences, not casual theft.

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As a kleptomaniac, she felt an overpowering need to steal the lipstick.
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