022 - Working with people with Hoarding Disorder

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Summary

In this episode, Heather Tingle discusses the challenges faced by people suffering with hoarding disorder, including the issue with the term 'hoarders'. She discusses the importance of understanding hoarding disorder as a mental health condition. She emphasises the need for empathy and respect when working with HD clients, debunking misconceptions and stereotypes. Heather also highlights the trauma caused by forced clearance and the negative impact it can have on hoarders. She emphasises the importance of external support and minimising risk in hoarding situations. Additionally, Heather provides practical tips for creating zones, labelling items, and implementing no buy lists to support those with full homes in their decluttering journey.

Chapters

00:00
Understanding Hoarding Disorder

03:15
Challenges Faced by people affected by Hoarding Disorder

07:37
The Trauma of Forced Clearance

09:03
Hoarding and Neurodivergence

10:42
External Support and Minimising Risk

12:56
Creating Zones and Labelling Items

15:49
No Buy Lists and Purposeful Shopping

18:14
Building Trust and Respecting Boundaries

19:11
Understanding Trauma and Going at Their Pace

Jasmine Harman documentary - Youtube - 'My hoarder mum and me'.

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