Your kid appears perfectly normal, but then you notice that they have started stealing things. Such behaviour may make you worried and you might wonder what went wrong with your upbringing. Well, you need not blame yourself since kids develop this habit due to various reasons. Kids below 4 years of age do not understand that it’s wrong to steal and they might just be picking up things they like. The ability to understand that stealing is wrong develops in kids when they are 4-7 years of age, and may be even later in certain cases.
Even in this age group, some kids may be unaware of the consequences, which may prompt them to keep stealing. Lack of self-control is another reason why some kids pick up the habit of stealing. In older kids and teenagers, stealing may be a way to cope up with stress at home, school or with friends. It can be about getting something that they always wanted; a means to impress others; or a sign of their rebellious nature. In some cases, it can also be about taking revenge on someone.
It’s important to stop your kid from stealing since it could easily become a habit and continue in their later years. In the US, approximately 25% of shoplifters are kids, so you can imagine where things might be heading. You need to focus on talking to your kid and try to find their motivation for stealing. Such behaviour can always be changed through dialogue and proper support and guidance.
Here are some tips and techniques you can use to prevent your kid from stealing.
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