Retail Therapy Regret By Ivanhoe Broadcast News on August 18, 2026

Orlando, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) — Americans are shopping around the clock and sometimes not for the reasons they think. From stress spending to “treat yourself” splurges, psychologists say buying something new can deliver a quick emotional lift but if it becomes your go-to way to cope with stress, boredom, or loneliness, it can start to damage more than your bank account. https://www.ivanhoe.com/?p=37454&preview=1&_ppp=c87d05b2f2