Printable PDF Download: Decluttering the Confusion | Sketchnote on Hoarding

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We’ve all held onto something “just in case” - a box, a broken gadget, an old magazine. But when does saving stuff become something more? This illustrated sketchnote explores hoarding disorder, what sets it apart from everyday clutter, and why it’s more than just a tidying issue. Using current diagnostic criteria, it explains how difficulty discarding items, a strong need to keep things, and clutter that impedes living space can signal something deeper. It also highlights the role of anxiety, why hoarding exists on a spectrum, and how treatment like CBT can help. Whether you’re a mental health professional, a student, or just curious, this printable PDF offers a thoughtful, visual overview of a misunderstood condition.

Suggested Uses: Designed to be straightforward and accessible, this one-page printable is a useful tool for clinicians, educators, and anyone seeking to better understand hoarding as a mental health condition.

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