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Originally Posted by Catlady
I think people take the stuff because it's available.
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a large number of people shoplift purely for thrills, i don't think piracy is that much different. i know i get a bit of a rush when i see a book that i had wanted pop up on a pirate site. i am also a compulsive shopper and 'hoarder' of information. i've gotten much better with the piracy end but i'm still a compulsive shopper. i could completely see how someone could get addicted to the rush of getting a book, movie or video game before anyone else has it or feel like they hit the lottery.
"Non-professional shoplifting is rarely about greed or poverty. It's about individuals struggling with personal conflicts and needs. These individuals know right from wrong, they know there are consequences and they often have the money to pay, but they continue to steal anyway. These people often steal items they don't need and sometimes don't use. They usually have the money to pay for the item, rarely plan their theft in advance and never try to sell the item for profit."
"While many non-professional shoplifters steal from stores on a regular basis, they usually have no prior criminal record (except perhaps for shoplifting) and are typically the kind of people who don't commit other types of crimes. Their behavior is less related to criminal intent and more the result of situational, emotional or psychological problems in need of attention."
"In summary, shoplifting for millions of our citizens, is simply another maladaptive way of coping with stressful life circumstances...similar to overeating, drinking, drugs or gambling. It is not an issue of good vs. bad people, rich vs. poor, young vs. old or education vs. illiteracy. At any time, or even many times in a person's life, the temptation to "get something for nothing" and the desire to reward oneself can easily be present. By raising public awareness about the problem and delivering needed programs and services to people who shoplift, communities who engage in prevention efforts will reduce the number of people who become involved and improve the quality of life for all."
http://www.shopliftingprevention.org...offers/nrc.htm