Hoarding Forum

[peekawho]

Though there is a Compulsive Disorders expert community, it looks as though there either has been no activity, or no expert answers provided in quite some time.

Hoarding, specifically, is a perplexing subset of the anxiety and compulsive behavior spectrum.  It is one that is particularly hard to treat, and has a high rate of relapse.   There are many people suffering alone with this disorder, and many more whose families are devasted by it, emotionally, physically, and financially.

I think it would be a worthwhile community.

Thanks

[AnnieBrooke]

The hoarding idea is great.  

[MH Community Mgr]

Hi,

Thanks for the idea - if anybody has additional ideas, let us know.  We're always looking for new communities to open!

Regards,

Cheryl

[swampcritter]

The DSM is set to recognize hoarding as a separate condition.

Swampy's aunt is a hoarder, the effects can be severe.

Its a good idea.