Speaking of Psychology Why clutter stresses us out, with Dn. Joseph Ferrari, PhD
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Feb 22, 2023 AI Snips
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Difference Between Clutter and Hoarding
- Clutter and hoarding are distinct; hoarding is a disorder involving multiple copies of the same item, clutter is a varied accumulation.
- Men often don't label their possessions as clutter, seeing them as "toys" or "my stuff," unlike women.
When Clutter Becomes Problematic
- Clutter becomes a problem when it creates overabundance and chaos, impacting livability, emotional distress, relationships, and finances.
- More clutter correlates with less life satisfaction and increased stress due to consumer culture and attachment to possessions.
Clutter Is Learned, Not Inherited
- Clutter is learned, not biological; its developmental origins are not well researched and remain unknown.
- We are not born clutterers; environmental, social, and cultural influences likely contribute.