Compulsive behavior refers to the continued repetition of a behavior despite adverse consequences. The compulsions are fuelled by the obsessions (e.g., intrusive thoughts of contaminations).

Compulsive Buying Disorder (CBD) is increasingly recognised as a behavioural addiction characterized by persistent and excessive purchasing behaviours that result in significant distress, impaired ...

We discuss Process Addiction. Shopping, gambling, gaming, social media use, etc. We discuss process addiction, a compulsive behavior that involves engaging in activities that negatively impact life ...

Breanne, a single mom in Portland, appeared live on video on The Ramsey Show, opening up about a spending addiction so severe she’s in therapy. When co-hosts Jade Warshaw and Ken Coleman asked what ...

Dealing with compulsive spending requires a mix of life hacks and healing.

That was the mournful sentiment expressed by one hobbyist during a recent meeting for compulsive collectors. He had recalled contacting his dealer and spending most of a recent paycheck. It wasn’t a ...

Sadie has spent years hiding her problem from her family. In her day job, she works as a purchasing agent for a scientific firm, which requires placing large orders for everything from chemical ...

While retail therapy can seem like a harmless way to blow off some steam after a long week at work, the urge to splurge has a dark side. For some, it can become a full-blown addiction — complete with ...

A new study of more than 1400 adults who gamble and play online video games has found loot box buying is associated with real-world gambling, video gaming addiction, and other mental health issues.