Overspending has never been a major issue in my bipolar disorder like it is for many people. I don't know if it is just because I'm by nature frugal with simple wants, or something else. That doesn't mean I don't have periods when I spend more than usual, but that equals hundreds of dollars vs. thousands. Frankly, my husband is the big spender and he is stable now with unipolar depression and not bipolar disorder.

When I'm depressed I do often order delivery dinners more than I should. That adds up.