Is it possible for an 8 year old boy to develop or to be a cleptomaniac?

Is it possible for an 8 year old boy to be a cleptomaniac?

Yes.

An 8 year old boy was seen stealing women underware does that mean he is a cleptomaniac?

Curious maybe.

Kleptomania in children, is rare, but it does happen. It is normally associated with a mental disorder, not a criminal bend. I have never read of a cause for this, however, there could be other behaviours the child is presenting that may lead to some sort of anxiety problem.

If there is a repeated pattern going on with this child of stealing or hoarding, there are some good websites to offer some insight as to why, and what kind of help is available.

http://factoidz.com/children-who-steal-or-horde-symptoms-of-kleptomania/