The main causes of hoarding in homes include difficult life experiences, and painful feelings that are hard to put into words. Other common reasons include an inherited family history, and things that happened in childhood. There are several other lesser reasons why … [Read more...]
What is Memory Hoarding in OCD?
Obsessive compulsive behaviour, AKA OCD is a condition whereby unreasonable thoughts, by average standards and fears, lead to repetitive, compulsive actions. The drivers are often fear for germs, or a need to arrange objects in a specific pattern. However, in this … [Read more...]
How Does Compulsive Hoarding Begin?
Clients often ask us how does compulsive hoarding begin. Did my aged relative fall into it after their partner died, they ask, or is it something that happens with aging? We found an interesting post at Very Well Family we decided to share. Because hoarding, believe or … [Read more...]
What Compulsive Hoarding Is and How Doctors Can Treat It with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Compulsive hoarding is an impulsive response that makes it extremely difficult to throw things away. The only way to fix this may be clearing the hoarded house. However before taking such a radical step, we first need to understand what compulsive hoarding is, and how … [Read more...]
