Study finds that purchasing things for two is stressful
Phys.org • 12/3/2025 • Last cited 12/3/2025
Summary
A study published by Phys.org indicates that shopping becomes significantly more stressful when individuals are required to purchase items intended for sharing with another person. This heightened anxiety is attributed to the complexities of considering another's preferences and needs during the shopping process.
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Age (0-35)
43 days
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Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
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Phys.org
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