Hoarding Behavior

Hoarding is defined as the acquisition of, and inability to discard worthless items even though they appear (to others) to have no value. Hoarding behaviors can occur in a variety of psychiatric disorders and in the normal population, but are most commonly found in people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). As such it can be treated with therapy and medication.

If you a or someone you know struggles with hoarding, the Counseling Center can help you. To request a confidential session Contact Us.

Other Resources:
www.nimh.nih.gov
www.helpguide.org
www.familydoctor.org
www.squalorsurvivors.com