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What Are The Symptoms Kleptomania?
Question: I'm so confused I was told Im sick with kleptomaniac and looking back I must admit I am sick how do I fix this
Brief Answer:
You need antidepressant
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for using healthcare magic. I, Dr Abhishek Kapoor, would help you in this query.
Kleptomania is a impulse control disorder. In that case, you need medications in form of antidepressant like paroxetine, sertraline or escitalopram or mood stabilizer like oxcarbamazepine. That would help you to control your impulse for stealing things. Better to consult a psychiatrist for proper treatment. You can also consult a psychologist for behavioral therapy in form of thoughts stoppage technique, relaxation exercise etc.
In case, you have further query, you can ask.
Regards
Dr. Abhishek Kapoor
Psychiatrist
You need antidepressant
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for using healthcare magic. I, Dr Abhishek Kapoor, would help you in this query.
Kleptomania is a impulse control disorder. In that case, you need medications in form of antidepressant like paroxetine, sertraline or escitalopram or mood stabilizer like oxcarbamazepine. That would help you to control your impulse for stealing things. Better to consult a psychiatrist for proper treatment. You can also consult a psychologist for behavioral therapy in form of thoughts stoppage technique, relaxation exercise etc.
In case, you have further query, you can ask.
Regards
Dr. Abhishek Kapoor
Psychiatrist
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