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  • Psychology
  • Behavioral Addiction Studies
  • Consumer Behavior

Background:

  • Buying-shopping disorder (BSD) is a behavioral addiction marked by uncontrolled spending on excessive consumer goods.
  • The role of emotional attachment to purchased items in BSD remains under-researched.
  • Existing research points to materialism, identity issues, and narcissistic deficits influencing BSD.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the influence of emotional attachment to products in Buying-shopping disorder (BSD).
  • To review existing literature on materialism, identity, and self-esteem in relation to BSD.
  • To understand the psychological drivers behind compulsive purchasing behavior.

Main Methods:

  • This study employed a narrative review approach.
  • It synthesized findings from patient reports and existing research.
  • The review focused on object attachment, materialism, identity, and narcissistic deficits.

Main Results:

  • BSD is significantly driven by materialistic values.
  • Purchasing goods is used to regulate negative emotions and cope with poor self-esteem.
  • Identity confusion and narcissistic deficits contribute to the severity of BSD symptoms.

Conclusions:

  • Materialism and emotional regulation are key factors in Buying-shopping disorder.
  • Addressing underlying issues like low self-esteem and identity confusion is crucial for managing BSD.
  • Further research into object attachment in BSD is warranted.