ADHD and: Impulsive spending

It was a spur-of-the-moment buy at the mall. A brand new handbag caught your eye and you couldn’t resist buying it.  For many women with ADHD, moments of impulsive spending can lead to feelings of excitement followed by regret once the bills arrive.

In this episode, host Dr. Monica Johnson breaks down the connection between ADHD and impulsive spending. Listen as she discusses the value of pausing before making a purchase. And gives practical tips on how women with ADHD can build better financial habits and regain control over their spending.

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Related resources

• ADHD and managing money
• What is the ADHD tax?

Timestamps

(00:42) What is impulsive behavior? 

(02:03) What is the emotional impact of spending? 

(03:54) How can positive and negative emotions lead to poor spending habits? 

(06:05) Strategies for managing spending

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