Title

Conceptualization and Treatment of Kleptomania using Cognitive and Behavioral Strategies

Authors

Carolynn S. Kohn, University of the PacificFollow

ORCID

Carolynn S. Kohn: 0000-0002-2156-4898

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

International Journal of Behavioral and Consultation Therapy

Department

Psychology

ISSN

1555-7855

Volume

2

Issue

4

First Page

553

Last Page

558

Publication Date

1-1-2006

Abstract

Kleptomania is a serious disorder that affects a small percent of the general population and a larger percent of the clinical population. It is frequently accompanied by other co-occurring problems, including depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and substance abuse. Currently, little research on effective treatments exists; although behavioral and cognitive-behavioral treatments show great promise. Methods of behavioral assessments and intervention, as well future direction for research, are discussed.

Recommended Citation

Kohn, C. S. (2006). Conceptualization and Treatment of Kleptomania using Cognitive and Behavioral Strategies. International Journal of Behavioral and Consultation Therapy, 2(4), 553–558.
https://scholarlycommons.pacific.edu/cop-facarticles/631