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The psychiatrist explains the symptoms of oneomania and warns about the consequences of the disease during the shopping period

Next Friday (25th) the 2022 edition of Black Friday takes place, and obviously many people must already have their eyes on the offers, right? However, although it is an opportunity to make good purchases, the moment can also be a trap for those suffering from onomania, a mood disorder. compulsive consumption🇧🇷

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), this problem affects 8% of the world’s population🇧🇷 The psychiatrist specialist in compulsions, Dr. Luiz Guimarães, explains that, in addition to causing debts, shopping addiction can be a reflection of other diseases, such as depression and anxiety.

“Consumerism frames can surface and are normal. However, it is necessary to distinguish an episodic situation from a repetitive situation. Compulsive shopping generates shame, anxiety, guilt, loss of personal or family budget and is chronic.🇧🇷 That is, it is repeated frequently “, explains the psychiatrist.

When does shopping become a disease?

The expert underlines this the main symptom of oneomania is the guiltThus, after an episode of consumerism, some compulsive shoppers hide their shopping bags or even take them out of the trunk so as not to deal with the purchased items. The tactic also serves to not cause family problems and avoid arguments.

“The person thinks about that experience all the time and gets stuck in that intrusive thought. From a biological point of view, there is a release of substances, such as dopamine, in the brain. The individual cannot help it. As with other compulsive behaviors, there is not the satisfaction of a need or even a desire, but an impulse. Without help, the problem can cause, in addition to growing debts, depression and social isolation, “he says.

How to diagnose a compulsive shopper?

According to the psychiatrist, the diagnosis exists, but it is not always easy to carry out, especially since we are encouraged to buy. However, the expert reveals some of them signs that may indicate the presence of the disorder🇧🇷

“If you are that person who intends to buy a shirt and comes home with shoes, a bag, a belt, other items that weren’t necessary and, after the adrenaline of shopping, you experience anguish, a bad feeling, maybe you have a craving. Just like alcohol, there’s the idea that you’re in control of the situation, but that’s not the case in practice.”

To avoid impulse buys on Black Friday and dates throughout the year, such as approaching Christmas, the professional has created a list of questions to ask yourself before swiping your card and completing purchases:

• Do I need this?
• What would be the immediate consequence of this purchase?
• What would be the consequence in 30 or 60 days?
• Is this purchase in line with my financial planning?

“In general, the person does not perceive himself as compulsive, or even perceives himself, but does not seek help. Usually, the patient comes to treatment through family or close people, so it is important to be aware of behaviors that may indicate compulsiveness. It is important look to psychologist or psychiatristalso because it can be linked to anxiety disorders and depression,” he concludes.

Source: Dr. Luiz Guimarães, psychiatrist specialist in compulsion at the holistic psychiatry clinic.

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