How Financial Stress and Depression Shape Our Spending Habits Money problems can trigger anxiety in all of us. The sight of our bank account balance might send us into a panic. Financial struggle takes a toll on our mental health that goes beyond mere numbers. The emotional impact of financial stress runs deep and affects our thoughts, feelings, and spending patterns, often leading to depression and anxiety. My experience with financial stress and depression has shown me how our emotions drive our spending habits. People often cope with feeling down by browsing online stores or buying things they don’t need. These quick fixes offer temporary escape from our financial worries…