'I was a shopping addict – it needs to be taken more seriously'

A day of retail therapy can be just the ticket for some people to help them feel better about themselves. But what happens when you can’t stop shopping?

Lucy, a 37-year-old, spent up to 14 hours daily shopping as an escape, leading to £12,000 in debt and a life dominated by clothes. She describes her experience as emotional drowning, using shopping to avoid feelings, which took a toll on her life and finances.

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