SHOPPING TOO MUCH? HERE ARE A FEW REASONS TO CONSIDER

 

There are many reasons that people over-shop of over indulge in other pleasurable activities. Some of these reasons may be chemical, such as a person with bi-polar disorder who experiences manic episodes. This type of impulsive spending is best addressed by a psychiatrist and can be part of medication for mania.

But there are so many people that over-shop that do not have a clinical diagnosis that would account for this. So why do so many of us overshop?

1. Boredom

2. That feeling of a "quick fix" for stress or anxiety

3. Desire to look or seem prestigious, affluent, or stylish

4. Lack of confidence can cause poor image and lead to spending money to compete with others

5. Lack of healthy coping mechanisms