The Complex Bond Between Hoarders and Their Stuff

The video explores hoarding disorder, a condition affecting 2-6% of people, characterized by difficulty discarding items and excessive accumulation. It differentiates hoarding from OCD, noting distinct brain activity patterns. Hoarding often runs in families and can be triggered by trauma. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a treatment option, helping individuals question their need to acquire or keep items. Understanding the disorder's roots can aid in managing it, despite the challenges involved.

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