Mr Meaden, from Kent, who runs The Meaden Clinic, said these signs include 'spending beyond your means' and 'maxing out credit cards'.
Chris Meaden, a hypnotherapist with expertise in trauma and anxiety, explained there are a 'number of tell-tale signs' that could 'indicate someone's Christmas shopping is more problematic'.
Expert warns of the early signs of problem spending - and how to stop it With the festive season in full swing, many of us could find ourselves dipping into our purses far more often than usual.
But one expert has detailed the early signs of problem spending - and what to do when shopping crosses the line from festive excitement to a compulsive habit.
Figures show spending in December is up 29 per cent compared to a typical month in 2024 - with a third of families resorting to credit to fund their Christmas purchases.
