Tag: what causes hoarding disorder
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3 Red Flags Reveal a Hoarding Disorder
Hoarding disorder, also known as compulsive hoarding, is characterized by the excessive accumulation of items and objects regardless of value. It involves the refusal to part with even the most seemingly useless things because hoarders perceive a close emotional connection with each item. Hoarding disorder is comorbid with many other conditions affecting motivation, executive function,…
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10 Behaviors That Reveal That Someone Has a Hoarding Disorder
Hoarding disorder is an unrelenting struggle to discard or part with personal possessions. It often starts with going to thrift stores, garage sales, digging in dumpsters, and it’s the fear of throwing away anything that can be used at a later date. Soon the hoard begins to take over your home and life. Many hoarders…