What is
Hoarding?

Hoarding is a mental health concern that can significantly impact people and those around them. Individualised therapeutic support can greatly improve daily life and the chance of recovery.

What Is It?

Hoarding is a mental health condition marked by persistent difficulty discarding possessions, regardless of their actual value. This behaviour stems from a perceived need to save items, leading to overwhelming clutter that can severely disrupt living spaces and daily functioning.

Common Experiences

People who hoard often feel anxiety or distress at the thought of discarding items. They may accumulate newspapers, clothes, containers, or sentimental objects. Decision-making about possessions becomes extremely difficult, and the clutter frequently limits the use of rooms or entire homes.

How It Can Affect You

Hoarding can strain relationships, create health and safety hazards, and lead to social isolation. The clutter may attract pests, pose fire risks, or prevent basic activities like cooking or sleeping. Emotional distress and embarrassment often prevent individuals from seeking help or inviting others in.