Yes, compulsive hoarding is a mental health disorder. It use to shack up with obsessive compulsive disorder but got kicked to the curb. You will find resource in places that treat OCD conditions as well as hoarding specific resources.
One more thing; there is also obsessive discarding syndrome but that is a topic for another show.
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The American Psychiatric Association page on hoarding disorder.
IOCD Information Fact Sheet about compulsive hoarding
The Anxiety and Depression Association of America has a basic information page about compulsive hording.
The Mayo Clinic treatment page and ideas for about self-care.
Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.
This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only.
Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
One more thing; there is also obsessive discarding syndrome but that is a topic for another show.
You can also download the current podcast to your mobile or media device.
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
The American Psychiatric Association page on hoarding disorder.
IOCD Information Fact Sheet about compulsive hoarding
The Anxiety and Depression Association of America has a basic information page about compulsive hording.
The Mayo Clinic treatment page and ideas for about self-care.
Disclaimer:
Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.
This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only.
Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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