Self-Control Kleptomania Sufferers

This study aims to determine empirically self-control in patients with Kleptomania in Medan, North Sumatra. The method in this study uses qualitative. The sampling technique is based on the theoretical operational construct and in this study the sample used was only one kleptomania sufferer with two informants who knew best about him. The research instrument used was through observation, interviews and projective techniques. Data collection aids use interview guidelines, recording devices, stationery and TAT (Thematic Apperception Test). Data analysis techniques using the analysis of Miles and Huberman models. The results in the study showed that rivalry sibling and lack of communication triggered the emergence of Kleptomania disorders. The typical thought control is that it cannot control its thinking. Likewise, emotional control and momentary impulses that occur only for momentary satisfaction and enjoy the process of owning other people's belongings. Performance regulation controls are also low. The desire to repent is smaller than the desire to do Kleptomania. The TAT results show in line with the fact that perpetrators continue to be motivated to do so because of the environment and difficult impulses in the opponent.