Pitkäkykyisten

Pitkäkykyisten is a Finnish term that translates to "long-fingered" or "long-handed." It is most commonly used to describe a person who has a tendency to pilfer or steal small items. This term is not a formal psychological diagnosis but rather a colloquial description of a behavior. The act of being pitkäkykyisten is often associated with kleptomania, a disorder characterized by recurrent, irresistible urges to steal items that are not needed for personal use or monetary value. However, the term can also be used more broadly to describe someone who is habitually light-fingered, even if not clinically diagnosed with kleptomania.

The behavior of being pitkäkykyisten can manifest in various settings, from shops to private homes. The items stolen are typically small and of little intrinsic value, suggesting that the motivation is not purely financial gain but rather an impulse control issue or an emotional release. This behavior can lead to social stigma and legal consequences. While kleptomania is a recognized impulse control disorder, the general use of "pitkäkykyisten" in everyday language does not necessarily imply a diagnosed condition. It is a descriptor of a behavioral pattern observed in individuals.