Annette spends hours every week shopping. Her focus is not on buying, but rather she loves to shop, browse, and seek out bargains. Which of the following best describes Annette's behavior?

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Compulsive shopping refers to the behavior of shopping excessively due to an uncontrollable urge or desire. It may not necessarily involve buying, as in the case of Annette, who enjoys the activity of shopping and seeking out bargains, without necessarily making a purchase every time. The behavior is similar to addictive shopping, but the latter may involve a stronger compulsion to buy and may eventually lead to financial troubles. Binge buying and addictive buying, on the other hand, refer more specifically to the act of purchasing in excess or due to addiction, respectively.

Annette Spends Hours Every Week Shopping