Many women with ADHD turn to shopping to cope with stress and anxiety. Buying things can feel good in the moment. But it often leads to regret, overspending, and money struggles.

In this episode, Dr. Monica Johnson explains how too much shopping can become a form of self-sabotage for women with ADHD. She also shares simple tips to help take back control of spending and avoid money problems. 

For more on this topic

• ADHD and: Impulsive spending
• Impulse buying, negative bank balances, and the ADHD tax (Paulette Perhach’s story)
• Tips from an ADHD Coach: Coping skills with consequences

Timestamps

(00:00) Intro

(00:50) What is Compulsive Buying Disorder?

(03:01) What are signs of shopping addiction?

(03:37) Consequences of  shopping addiction 

(06:56) Tips for managing shopping addiction

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