Could you be one of the 6 million people that have a hoarding disorder? Take this self-assessment to discover your chances of having a hoarding disorder.
Experienced persistent difficulty getting rid of or parting with possessions, regardless of their actual value?
Felt a perceived need to save items?
Experienced distress associated with discarding possessions?
Had clutter that made it difficult to use your home or work environments?
Experienced significant distress or impairment in social, occupational or other essential areas of functioning due to the accumulation of items?
Been diagnosed with or experienced symptoms of another medical condition?
Been diagnosed with or experienced symptoms of another mental health disorder?
Lost available space in your living or work area due to the accumulation of possessions?
Recognized that you are experiencing symptoms and behaviors of a hoarding disorder?
Felt that your symptoms or behaviors are not problematic?
Experienced other symptoms including indecisiveness, perfectionism, avoidance and procrastination?
Felt embarrassed by the condition of your home or workspace due to the accumulation of possessions?
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