Season 2 · Episode 163
Clutter vs. Hoarding: What’s the difference?
We all have a friend or family member who just can’t seem to get out from under their accumulation of stuff. Their garage, guest bedroom, and basement are packed and you can’t see the top of the kitchen table. But when does "cluttered" become...
October 17, 201927m 10s
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Show Notes
Do you know someone with 6 toasters? Or a closet full of old newspapers or unopened shoe boxes? Or maybe it’s more subtle: Perhaps your friend is successful and tidy, but they just can’t stop accumulating things they don’t use -- they get an intense thrill with each new purchase. What is hoarding, anyway? Is it always disorganized and dirty? Today’s guest, a hoarding behavioral specialist, explains the myths around hoarding, its treatment strategies and who is at risk.
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