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I Have A Spending Problem. I'm Wondering If It Could Be Caused By One Of My Mental Illnesses Or Because Of Loneliness? OCD Keeps My Acct +

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In the past I have been diagnosed with Major Depression, Borderline Personality Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, PTSD, OCD, Bipolar 2, and Schizo-Affective Bipolar Type. I also have paranoia which fits in with the Schizo-Affective Disorder.

It seems like my diagnosis changes with each hospital, Psychiatrist, nurse, and therapist I see. Then I am labeled for life.

November 3
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A MyDepressionTeam Member

Shopping effects many of people, but over time you can get it under control. When you recognize it,

November 4
A MyDepressionTeam Member

When I get into one of those spending moods, I try to go to the Dollar Tree. Sometimes it works.

November 5
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Apparently. I have a lot to say regarding your question. It has plagued me for most of my life.
I sometimes doubt my diagnoses as I have seen so many doctors and get different answers.
The two things that don't change are my depression and anxiety.

November 5
A MyDepressionTeam Member

It's the healthcare costs that get me. They are out of my control, but they keep adding up....so I end up spending more because I am so depressed by the healthcare costs.

November 5

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