#107 Things that look like hoarding but aren’t: ADHD, depression, autism, OCD, OCPD and more

In today's episode, we'll be delving into things that look like hoarding but aren't. Joining me is the incredible Dr. Jan Eppingstall, a specialist in hoarding disorder. For the transcript for this episode, visit http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk Subscribe to the podcast We explore the how to determine if someone has hoarding tendencies, shedding light on hoarding and its connections to other mental health conditions, such as OCD and OCPD. We'll discuss the criteria for these disorders and how they relate to hoarding behaviors. But hoarding is just the tip of the iceberg. We'll also explore the relationship between hoarding, autism, ADHD, and depression, uncovering the common symptoms and challenges in these overlapping conditions. So, join us as we discuss things that may look like hoarding but aren't. Understanding the cause of hoarding behaviours OCD and OCPD are mental disorders characterized by anxiety and rigid personality traits. Hoarding was associated with OCPD Overlap of symptoms Depression makes daily tasks exhausting and meaningless Autism and ADHD: understanding and terminology Often mask to fit in Recognise sensory needs, respect neurodivergence, ask questions Rejection sensitive dysphoria, impulsiveness, and addiction in ADHD Understanding the causes of hoarding behaviours is important OCD and OCPD are mental disorders. OCD causes anxiety and impairs functioning. OCPD is a personality disorder with rigid traits Hoarding was considered a subtype of OCPD People with OCPD may not see their behaviours as problematic and may exhaust themselves trying to meet unrealistic standards Do individuals feel responsible for the welfare of objects, are they emotionally attached to them, do they experience distress from clutter or the act of saving? A potential opposite extreme of compulsive minimalism Feeling exhausted and worthless, maintaining a tidy house becomes unimportant. A depression nest forms Hoarding often starts at a young age. Time and untreated depression can worsen it Bipolar disorder Increased understanding and awareness leading to more assessments. Women are often overlooked Understanding and accommodating individuals with neurodivergence is important Sensory needs and routines may vary ADHD is highly heritable but can also be influenced by environmental stressors and trauma Variable attention stimulus trait Creating your own options and not being afraid of failure in self-help ADHD, depression, and hoarding often co-occur Other conditions like OCD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, social anxiety, bulimia, binge eating, gambling, and personality disorders can be linked to hoarding Treatment is challenging but not impossible Definitions and criteria for hoarding tendencies Compulsive spartanism Differences and similarities between OCD and OCPD Criteria for OCPD based on Freud Hoarding originally considered a subtype of OCPD Labels and understanding underlying needs Focus on purpose rather than the diagnosis Unrealistic standards and exhaustion from trying to meet them Sensitive dysphoria and euphoria Feeling overwhelmed and exhausted in daily life Accepting help without distress or shame Depression nests Relationship between ADHD, depression, and hoarding OCD, generalized anxiety, bipolar disorder, social anxiety, eating disorders, addiction, and personality disorders Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.