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How do i get help for a friend who suffers from kleptomania? she has a history of depression and she believes what she takes is truly hers.

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Dr. Pedro Hernandez answered

Specializes in Geriatrics

Check Mayo Clinic ..: Read, this article. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/kleptomania/ds01034/dsection=treatments-and-drugs. Antidepressants may be considered.

Answered 9/9/2019

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Kleptomania.: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral therapy & psychotherapy may help as well as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. However, your friend needs to be motivated to change.

Answered 11/12/2018

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