MissUnderstood: The ADHD in Women Channel ADHD and shopping addiction
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Aug 26, 2025 Many women with ADHD find shopping to be a temporary escape from stress and anxiety, leading to impulsive spending and regret. The discussion delves into compulsive buying disorder, its signs, and the emotional triggers that fuel it. Dr. Monica Johnson provides practical tips for regaining control over spending habits. The consequences of overspending and the importance of community support in overcoming shopping addiction are highlighted, making it a relatable and empowering conversation.
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Shopping As Emotion Regulation
- Compulsive buying disorder (CBD) is using spending to soothe or escape when emotional regulation falters.
- It shows addiction-like cravings and relief followed by guilt according to Dr. Monica Johnson.
High Comorbidity And Prevalence
- Research finds CBD affects roughly 5.8% of U.S. people and skews female in studies.
- CBD commonly co-occurs with impulse control disorders and mood problems, linking it to ADHD features.
When Impulse Becomes Disorder
- Distinguish impulsive spending from CBD by looking for preoccupation, loss of control, and hiding purchases.
- Negative consequences like debt and secrecy mark the disorder end of the spectrum.