Questions for Assessing Shoplifters Who May Be Addicted to Shoplifting

Have you noticed that you shoplifted more frequently or brazenly over time?

Have you ever been caught shoplifting but returned to this behavior?

Have you kept your shoplifting a secret from most of your loved ones?

Have you experienced a “high,” “rush,” or a sense of “relief” after you shoplifted?

Have you tended to feel regret, remorse, guilt or shame after shoplifting?

Do you frequently feel stressed, overwhelmed and/or exhausted in your life?

Do you frequently feel like you have to be the giver, the hero, the helper, the rescuer and/or “the perfect one” in your life?

Do you frequently feel life has been unfair and/or that you’ve suffered and/or sacrificed more than most people?

Do you have trouble asking for help, saying no, or expressing distress?

Have you felt angry, taken advantage of, violated, or had your personal boundaries crossed in some way?