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Current Status of Cognitive-Behavioral Intervention for Compulsive Buying Disorder

Authors: Troy W. Ertelt, Joanna M. Marino, James E. Mitchell, Kathy Lancaster

Published in: Journal of Contemporary Psychotherapy | Issue 4/2009

Abstract

Compulsive buying disorder is a condition characterized by repeated episodes of unnecessary, excessive purchases. These behaviors are frequently accompanied by negative mood states that are reduced by compulsive buying. Those with compulsive buying disorder are also observed to have a number of highly comorbid disorders. This clinical presentation creates a complex set of symptoms of which clinicians must be mindful when approaching the treatment of compulsive buying. The present article examines previous literature about compulsive buying disorder and outlines the use of an empirically supported cognitive-behavioral approach to treating compulsive buying.

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Title: Current Status of Cognitive-Behavioral Intervention for Compulsive Buying Disorder
Authors: Troy W. Ertelt
Joanna M. Marino
James E. Mitchell
Kathy Lancaster
Publication date: 01-12-2009
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Journal of Contemporary Psychotherapy / Issue 4/2009
Print ISSN: 0022-0116
Electronic ISSN: 1573-3564
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10879-009-9121-9

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