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How To Avoid Holiday Overspending

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The holidays are for spending time with loved ones, but they're also a time for spending money ? sometimes, too much of it. 

The decorations, gift items, food and treats on sale can entice even the most budget-conscious, and bring out the worst in a shopaholic. While many people try to set a limit on their holiday shopping, .

Here to discuss budgeting over the holiday season and controlling that urge to spend are Clinical Director of Addiction Services at and Assistant Professor in the at the , Dr. Chris Tuell; and Certified Credit Counselor at , a company that helps people manage their finances, Dave Johnson.

Maryanne Zeleznik joined WVXU in 2005 and is responsible for all news and public affairs programming. She also hosts Morning Edition Monday through Friday.