The Psychology of Shoplifting: Development of a New Typology for Repeated Shoplifting.
Int J Offender Ther Comp Criminol
; 63(13): 2338-2355, 2019 10.
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| ID: mdl-31043101
ABSTRACT
Despite the damaging effects of shoplifting on individuals, the current literature offers little guidance for changing shoplifting behavior. One limitation in this area of research has been the failure to use empirically and theoretically sound methodologies to identify individuals' diverse characteristics and motivations. The present study addressed these limitations by developing an empirically and theoretically supported typology of the varied individuals who shoplift. Participants included 202 community individuals who reported repeated shoplifting and provided information about their shoplifting behavior, motivations, mental health, ethical attitudes, personal histories, and life circumstances. Cluster analyses revealed that the sample could be divided into six discrete groups. These clusters comprise a typology of shoplifting, including Loss-Reactive (28% of the sample), Impulsive (20%), Depressed (18%), Hobbyist (18%), Addictive-Compulsive (9%), and Economically Disadvantaged (7%) types. Each type comprises a unique pattern of shoplifting with unique needs. This research establishes a promising foundation for treating the diverse individuals who shoplift.
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Assunto principal:
Autoimagem
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Roubo
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Comportamento Impulsivo
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Transtorno da Personalidade Antissocial
Tipo de estudo:
Prognostic_studies
Aspecto:
Ethics
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Adult
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Int J Offender Ther Comp Criminol
Ano de publicação:
2019
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Estados Unidos
País de publicação:
EEUU
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ESTADOS UNIDOS
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ESTADOS UNIDOS DA AMERICA
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EUA
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UNITED STATES
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UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
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US
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USA