Kleptomania, also known as compulsive stealing, is basically an urge or desire to steal. Usually items stolen are less valuable, but if not stopped it might become a habit as kids grow up. Kids might turn kleptomaniacs because of peer pressure, their desire to get something or just the pleasure of picking up things without paying. If you catch your child developing this habit, it is better to not accuse him and teach him politely why it is wrong.

Kleptomania, also known as compulsive stealing, is basically an urge or desire to steal. Usually items stolen are less valuable, but if not stopped it might become a habit as kids grow up. Kids might turn kleptomaniacs because of peer pressure, their desire to get something or just the pleasure of picking up things without paying. If you catch your child developing this habit, it is better to not accuse him and teach him politely why it is wrong.