A lot of people think of hoarding as something extreme — a home crammed to the ceiling with possessions. However, it tends to start gradually, and research has found that it can begin in adolescence ...

Hoarding behavior, often depicted in media as extreme clutter and an inability to discard items, is more than just a habit of collecting. It’s a complex psychological condition that affects millions ...

The hit A & E show Hoarders is back for its 16 th season, and Parade has all the dirty details. In addition to shocking new episodes of the reality show about people who can’t stop hoarding, separate ...

Animal hoarding is a growing issue across the country, and it isn't just about having too many pets. "If you can get it, you can hoard it," said Dr. Randall Lockwood, a retired Senior VP for the ...

Hoarding OCD can cause someone to amass a variety of things. It may disrupt someone’s day-to-day life or ability to maintain a clean living space. Hoarding happens when you have difficulty discarding ...

For people who develop hoarding behaviors, possessions take on meanings and values far beyond their practical use. Each item becomes deeply intertwined with emotions, memories, and personal identity ...

Do you struggle to click delete? These questions can help gauge if you have a hoarding habit in the digital age. Minimalism can be hard to embrace. The idea that less is more has become trendy in ...

Many of us may find we have acquired too many possessions that clutter our living spaces, but refuse to part with things “in case we might need them”. Although having too much stuff is something many ...

The study was supported by the British Academy (SG152110). Many of us may find we have acquired too many possessions that clutter our living spaces, but refuse to part with things “in case we might ...