What are some signs of a shoplifter?
Depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues can lead people to act in ways they would normally not. As many as 30% of first-time offenders caught shoplifting show evidence of clinical depression.
What does shoplifting say about a person?
Beyond disorders, personalities may also play a role in shoplifting, according to Psych Central. A study done showed people who shoplift may often be characterized as unorganized, unreliable, unfriendly and antisocial. Also, being young and male plays into the profile.