Sudden wealth syndrome

By Shiraz Ahmed ( November 29, 2022, 9:26 AM EST) -- Someone just took home US$2 billion in the biggest lottery win ever. Wouldn’t it be interesting to see what happens to them over the next few years? Unfortunately, people not used to having money who come into a sudden windfall can get into trouble. It happens to pro athletes who sign million-dollar contracts, those who receive unexpected inheritances and lottery winners. Even people who do expect a windfall can encounter problems, including legal ones. The fact is a sudden influx of wealth can have seriously negative effects and it’s called Sudden Wealth Syndrome....
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