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Kleptomania is only illegal gambling, an addiction of the heart.
Kleptomania

Many have the misconception that people only steal because they
don't have the resources to purchase the item. For some this is the
pathway to this addiction. However, for many stealing becomes an
addiction to one's own brain chemistry.

For many the thrill obtained when the fight or flight mode is engaged,
is the best high of all. However, like any addiction, it can be treated.


Kleptomania: Education/Treatment -

Shoplifters Anonymous (HERE)

Shoplifters Recovery (HERE)
A Recovering Shoplifters Newsletter (HERE)
Gambling

I have an older brother who learned to steal by way of hunger. By
the time he man was 17 years old, he left home to begin a career
dealing crocked cards for the Mafia in Las Vegas.

The thrill of staying one step ahead of the law, always living on edge
of being exposed, became an addiction for him. What started out of
need or survival has become an obsession for massive wealth and
now back to simple survival, as this 70 year old man has no skills
other than running scams on unsuspecting people.


Do you or a loved one think you may have a problem with gambling?
Take a Test (HERE)

Education/Treatment -

Gamblers Anonymous (HERE)
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