It’s estimated that on every city block in Milwaukee, at least one house is a hoarder house -- filled with items. About 6 percent of the U.S. population suffers from hoarding disorder. In metro ...

Hoarding occurs when someone struggles to discard items and collects unnecessary objects. Over time, the inability to throw things away can overrun the pace of collecting. The ongoing buildup of ...

A lot of people think of hoarding as something extreme – a home crammed to the ceiling with possessions. But it tends to start gradually, and research has found it can begin in adolescence or even ...

Drive through almost any town on the South Shore and you’ll find large self-storage complexes. According to the Self Storage Association, these rented spaces number more than 50,000 around the U.S.

The line between collecting and hoarding isn’t always clear to the casual observer. While one person’s carefully curated vinyl record collection might occupy an entire room, another’s seemingly random ...

Hoarding is a serious disorder with far-reaching consequences. Understanding its causes, recognizing its symptoms, and seeking appropriate treatment can significantly improve the lives of those ...

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