B3: Cognitive Approach To Shopping

Question 1

How does excitement and relief from boredom contribute to the initiation of shopping addiction? (Initation)

Answer 1

Shopping can be an exciting activity that relieves boredom. It is easily accessible and cost-free because of returns leading individuals to develop a habit of shopping to alleviate boredom.

Question 2

(Initiation) How do psychological problems and low self-esteem contribute to the initiation of shopping addiction?

Answer 2

According to self-medication theory, people may use shopping to cope with emotional distress or low self-esteem, often linked to mental disorders like depression or childhood trauma. Shopping provides temporary relief from these feelings.

Question 3

.(maintenances) How does compulsive shopping reduce anxiety in the maintenance phase?

Answer 3

. Compulsive shopping helps relieve anxiety caused by the consequences of the addiction, such as financial problems and debt..

Question 4

. (Relapse) How does withdrawal contribute to relapse in shopping addiction?

Answer 4

. When a compulsive shopper tries to stop, they may experience distress, boredom, loneliness, and anxiety due to the withdrawal from the emotional relief shopping provided, making relapse more likely.

Question 5

How does the breakdown of coping strategies contribute to relapse in shopping addiction?

Answer 5

The paradox of self-medication suggests that compulsive shoppers need to address underlying emotional distress. Without alternative coping strategies, such as improving self-esteem through therapy, they are more likely to relapse into compulsive shopping