ARE YOU AN EMOTIONAL SPENDER?

Do you blitz your bank account when bored, sad or upset? Spot your triggers - and find out how to handle them

- ASDA MONEY

Ever bought something to cheer yourself up, but ended up feeling much worse? You’re not alone. Millions of Brits seek solace in shopping when they feel low*. But if we do it too often – or in times of financial hardship, like during the current cost-ofliving crisis – it can lead to poor mental health. Take our quiz to reveal just how much your emotions control your spending habits – and what you can do about it…

Take the test

Grab a pen and circle the answer that most sounds like you. Then add up your score.

1 YOU’VE HAD AN ARGUMENT AND ARE UPSET. WHAT DO YOU DO?

A Phone a friend for a chat. They’ll help you put everything into perspective.

B Buy yourself something. A bit of spending helps to calm you down.

C Go out to eat at a fancy restaurant. Treating yourself improves your mood.

2 HOW DO YOU FEEL WHEN LOOKING AT YOUR BANK ACCOUNT EVERY MONTH?

A Embarrassed by how much you’ve gone into the red.

B Happy. Your finances are under control.

C Who looks at their bank account?!

3 DO YOU OFTEN HAVE ARGUMENTS WITH YOUR PARTNER ABOUT YOUR SPENDING HABITS?

A Hardly ever

B Sometimes

C All the time

4 WHEN SHOPPING FOR CLOTHES, HOW DO YOU MAKE A DECISION ON WHAT TO BUY?