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ADHD Diagnosis Unlocks Freedom from £35k Debt
21 Mar
Summary
- Woman amassed £35,000 in debt due to impulse spending linked to ADHD.
- ADHD diagnosis and medication helped her control spending habits.
- She now feels 'free' and in command of her finances.
A woman named Georgie Howe, aged 32, has successfully overcome a significant debt of £35,000 that stemmed from years of impulse spending. Her financial difficulties began at age 18 when she received her first credit card without guidance. This led to a cycle of accumulating debt, reaching £20,000 by age 23 through various credit cards and store accounts.
During maternity leave, Georgie fell back into old habits, incurring an additional £15,000 in debt. A turning point came in September 2024 when she received an ADHD diagnosis from the NHS. She found that ADHD medication profoundly improved her ability to manage impulses and clarify her thoughts.
With her newfound control, Georgie can now shop without unnecessary purchases and feels liberated by her command over her finances. She attributes her past spending to chasing dopamine hits from purchases, a behavior now managed by her medication.
