Stuff You Should Know Selects: How Hoarding Works
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Nov 20, 2021 Discover the emotional turmoil behind compulsive hoarding, often overlooked in media portrayals. Learn how hoarding is linked to nostalgia and psychology, shaped by societal perceptions. Explore myths about hoarding behavior and the deep emotional attachments people have to their possessions. Delve into the serious complexities of animal hoarding, emphasizing the need for compassionate intervention. The lively banter and insights also reflect on consumer culture and managing clutter in our homes.
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Hoarding's Hidden Sadness
- Hoarding is often portrayed in pop culture, but the profound distress and sadness hoarders experience is often overlooked.
- Research by David O. Frost, Rachel Gross, and Tamara Hartle has advanced our understanding of hoarding as a disorder.
Hoarding Prevalence
- Estimates suggest hoarding may be more prevalent than schizophrenia, affecting between 0.4% and 5% of the population.
- Hoarding is a chronic, progressive disorder.
Collectors vs. Hoarders
- Chuck discusses his in-laws' collecting habits, highlighting the difference between collecting and hoarding.
- He explains that his family tends to keep many items but don't experience the shame or distress associated with hoarding disorder.