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Money and impulse spending
Impulsivity, forgotten bills and subscription creep can make money stressful. Systems that remove decisions work better than willpower.
ADHD can make it harder to pause before buying, remember due dates, or open scary post.
Automate what you can: direct debits for bills, a standing order to savings on payday.
Try a 24-hour rule: add things to a basket or list and decide tomorrow.
If you're in debt and struggling, free UK help is available from MoneyHelper and StepChange.
Quick check
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