Kleptomania is a disorder of

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TNUSRB SI 2010 Official Paper (Held on 04 July 2010)

Answer 1

Kleptomania is a disorder of stealing things.

Key Points

Kleptomania : An impulse control disorder that results in an irresistible urge to steal.
The cause of kleptomania remains unknown but risk factors include a family history of kleptomania or other impulse control disorders. It occurs more often in women.
Kleptomania is a serious disorder that causes an irresistible urge to steal items that aren't required and are usually of little value.