{"version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1","title":"The Clearing Crew- Hoarder clearance, de-cluttering and organising","home_page_url":"https://theclearingcrew.com","description":"The Clearing Crew- Hoarder clearance, de-cluttering and organising","author":{"name":"The Clearing Crew- Hoarder clearance, de-cluttering and organising"},"items":[{"id":"how-to-help-someone-who-hoards-supporting-change-at-their-pace","html_content":"

If you are trying to help someone who hoards, you are probably carrying a complicated mix of emotions — concern, frustration, love, and uncertainty about where to even begin.

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It is one of the most common questions people ask: can hoarding be cured?

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\"Why hoarding is bad\" is a phrase many people type into a search engine — often out of frustration, fear, or a desperate need to make someone else understand the seriousness of a situation.

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It is one of the most frustrating questions for anyone trying to support someone who hoards: do they actually know there is a problem?

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In reality, hoarding behaviour usually develops over time and is influenced by a combination of emotional, psychological, and life circumstances.

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Hoarding is often described in many different ways, but clinically it is defined by three core symptoms. Understanding these symptoms helps families, professionals, and individuals recognise when behaviour may have moved...

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Hoarding isn’t always about collecting objects — sometimes, it extends to living things. Animal hoarding is one of the most distressing and complex forms of hoarding behaviour we encounter. It often comes from a place of...

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Hoarding is often framed as an individual issue — something that affects one person and their home. In reality, hoarding almost always affects families, partners, children, carers, and wider support networks.

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Hoarding is not an all-or-nothing condition. It exists on a spectrum, from mild difficulty letting go of possessions through to severe hoarding that poses serious risks to health and safety. Understanding the levels and ...

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When Does Hoarding Start?

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Hoarding isn’t about the stuff — it’s about what the stuff stands for.

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Introduction

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Introduction

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Introduction

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Introduction

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Introduction

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Introduction

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Introduction

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Introduction

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Introduction

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Introduction

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Introduction

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