Quiz: Are You A Shopaholic?

May 5, 2008

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A lot of people enjoy shopping, but for some people the enjoyment of shopping goes beyond mere bargain hunting and can be part of an addiction. There are many names for this addiction.

Excessive spending is known as compulsive spending, spending addiction or being a shopaholic. What it boils down to is recognising whether your spending habits are out of control. If you get urges to spend that you are unable to control then you may be a shopaholic or spending addict.

Shopaholic Quiz:

Read the following list and count the number of statements that apply:

Being unable to pass up a “bargain”
Making impulsive purchases on a regular basis
Leaving price tags on clothes so they can be returned
Not using items you’ve purchased
Lying about the cost of purchases
Using shopping as a “pick me up”
Buying luxuries before necessities
Trying unsuccessfully to curb shopping impulses
Spending more time or money shopping than you intend
Devoting a large amount of time shopping and planning future shopping expeditions
Spending to an extent that interferes with your life (excessive debt) or relationships
Experiencing withdrawal symptoms from shopping
Giving up other social or recreational activities to shop

Results:

So how did you go?

If you agreed with 5 or more statements, it’s highly likely you are a compulsive shopper or shopaholic. If you agreed with 3 or 4 statements, then you are potentially at risk. Now is a good time to monitor your spending!

If you believe that shopping is in anyway causing self-harm or statement 11 is true (shopping interferes with your life), seek help.

Suggestions:

Keep a diary of your spending and your mood at the time
If you are in the United States, attend your local Debtors Anonymous meetings
If you are in New Zealand contact the Citizens Advice Bureau for budget advice
Read books, attend seminars or counselling on money management

About the Author:
Talia Mana is a Health Psychologist, inspirational speaker and author who specialises in personal growth and wellness. She is the founder of the Centre for Emotional Well-Being which can be found at Talia Mana.com or you can visit her blog.

Posted by Christina | Filed Under Shopping 

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