Woman copes with grief by shopping, finds solace in a yellow dress
In February 2021, a woman coped with the grief of losing her unborn baby by engaging in retail therapy. She purchased a yellow dress and accessories, which provided emotional distraction during a challenging time. Psychotherapist Noel Bell noted that shopping can serve as a way to mitigate feelings of loss, offering anticipatory pleasure and mood boosts.
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Published 12 Nov 2026, 18:00 UTC · Updated 12 Nov 2026, 18:10 UTC
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