The Impact of Clutter on Mental Health and Productivity

Living and working in cluttered spaces can cause stress, anxiety, and harm mental health and productivity. Clutter is defined as an overabundance of possessions that create chaos and disorderly living spaces. Research shows a negative correlation between clutter and life satisfaction, indicating that the more clutter people have, the lower their life satisfaction. Clutter also impacts relationships, causing stress and can have financial consequences. The clutter affects men and women differently, with men often not recognizing their clutter as a problem. The difficulty in decluttering stems from emotional attachment to items, indecision, multiple owners, lack of time, resources, and ability. However, understanding the negative impacts of clutter and organizing strategies can help individuals declutter and improve their well-being.