We’re not entirely sure what this study is trying to prove with pointing out that most American’s reportedly hide candy around their homes. Honestly, it makes you feel like you’re not crazy — so that’s a plus.

It also points out is that we all need to find new hiding spots for our candy stashes.

It would be silly not to hide your sweets don’t you think?

People can be savages!

Nine times out of ten when you buy a bag of candy you’re usually getting it to satisfy a craving, right?

As it turns out, 59 percent of Americans reported they’ve hidden candy at some point in their lives.

The top person to hide the sweet stuff from? Significant others are the reason 52 percent of the time which was closely followed by their kids at 51 percent.

Understandable.

Top People Americans Hide Candy From: 

1. Their partner/significant other 52 percent
2. Their child/children 51 percent
3. Their co-workers 31 percent
4. Their roommate/roommates 28 percent

According to Fox News, the survey asked 2,000 Americans about their candy-hiding habits and found a quarter admitted to sneaking a piece that didn’t belong to them.

See, people can’t be trusted!

Conducted by OnePoll on behalf of HI-CHEW, the survey asked respondents what their reasoning was behind their secret snacking – and what lengths they’ve gone to in order to keep the goods hidden.

The top reason people hide candy from loved ones is the worry it will all be gone by the time they get the chance to dig in.

Four-in-ten respondents also take solace in hiding candy just to have a moment of peace and quiet when they eat it.

And 24 percent of respondents said they would rather keep their candy to themselves.

One-in-three say they’ve got candy stashed in their dresser, with 22 percent saying they’ve got some candy secretly stowed on top of the fridge.

“The best thing about candy is that it can be enjoyed by anyone at any time,” said Tatsuya Takamiya, Chief Marketing Officer of Morinaga America, Inc. “With HI-CHEW, it’s easy enough to grab a stick of your favorite flavor or pick-up a peg bag filled with a fruity assortment to create moments of happiness wherever you are.”

Some people have actually gone to extensive lengths to keep their candy hidden. They take their sugar seriously, can you blame them?

One respondent shared their most successful hiding spot even had a two-level security system: The first step was placing their candy inside a box of health food bars, then hiding said box behind dish towels in their kitchen drawer.

Another respondent even shared locking away sweets in their personal safe.

Respondents agreed that the stakes are raised with high-quality candy as well; as 57 percent said they’re more likely to hide that extra good stuff from family members.

Top Candy Hiding Spots for Americans: 

1. A high cabinet 32 percent
2. Their dresser 32 percent
3. Their desk 26 percent
4. Their closet 24 percent
5. Above the fridge 22 percent
6. In their bag 22 percent
7. In their car 18 percent
8. Under their bed 10 percent