34 Signs You're Addicted To Online Shopping

You’re Ashamed

Unfortunately, that rush of excitement I mentioned earlier doesn't last for long. Instead, it's quickly replaced by less enjoyable feelings, such as guilt and shame. The guilt isn't limited to big purchases – even buying a pack of biscuits can make you feel remorse when you're suffering from shopping addiction. Moreover, compulsive shoppers will often try to conceal their shopping sprees from their loved ones; whether this means hiding shopping bags under the bad or constantly looking over their shoulder to make sure no one notices them shopping online.