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Jul 14 -
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I need your help. I can't stop. I feel upset or feel that I can't control my life so I shop. I get new clothes, now it is groceries and things that I'll never use. I compulsively buy diet things (health food) or clothes...
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Jun 10 -
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I am probably the typical over shopper. I shop when I am depressed. I shop when I am happy. I have a large amount of credit card debt, but have not ever filed for bankruptcy or not made a payment. I pretty much work...
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Mar 10 -
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My family is concerned about my Dad who is a compulsive spender and has had money problems for years. His marriage is in jeopardy due to his history of mismanaging money to the point of foreclosure of his home. He also...
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Feb 08 -
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I'm a psychiatrist on the faculty at George Washington University. My brother-in-law, who lives in Fargo is an abstinent alcoholic who now, on limited income, has apparently an uncontrollable substitute addiction, namely...
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Feb 08 -
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I am so sad. I know I am addicted to shopping. The thought of not going to shopping terrifies me. What will I do? I'm married with three children. My husband and I are both elementary school teachers. We pay our bills on...
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Dec 17, 2007 -
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What type of doctor or clinician should I look for to help with compulsive spending? I live in Alpharatta, GA. Can you recommend anyone is that area?
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Dec 17, 2007 -
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I have a problem with impulse buying. Especially with large purchases like cars. It puts me into situation where money gets tight and I end up regretting the purchase afterwards. I have maintained good credit and am...
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Nov 09, 2007 -
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Where would I find the list of Licensed Professionals that treat compulsive hoarding that is mentioned in your blog?
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Oct 16, 2007 -
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I am a huge fan of antiques and unique little trinkets. However, my house has become cluttered with all of these things. When I say cluttered, I am downplaying it a lot. Every room in my house is full of all of these...
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Oct 15, 2007 -
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I don't know if I would call my spending habits an 'addiction'. It is more of a hobby. Buying something new makes me feel better about myself. I love the way a piece of clothing looks the first time I wear it. However,...
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