[aged2324]

I love to shop and yes it had gotten me in trouble financially. Am I really manic or what? I find it fun and entertaining yet I don't need a thing. I get bored so I am working on my resume to get back to work which usually keeps me out of stores...anybody have experience?

Oh I love shopping! But to satisfy that need, I've confined it to the grocery store.

[Ruftin]

Do you feel high, or euphoric when you shop?? If you do, it very well could be mania.

I did it for years and had stacks upon stacks of receipts I would take in to show my p-doc. He changed my meds and the compulsion to shop went away.

I hope this helps..

[~Christina]

Are you aware if your going hypo/manic ? Can other people see something you can or can't? If your just shopping outta boredom then going to work or finding a hobby will take care of that issue I would think.

[Curious651]

i definately shop when manic even though I don't need things. I typically buy big things and expensive things. Once I have them I feel let down. I know it is not an addiction because I could leave it most of the time unless manic. I try to put obstacles in my way not to spend to protect myself. I lowered my card limit and arm limit to avoid over spending. I also put money in places I cannot get to easily. Not sure this helps, but it works for me.