Stuff: Compulsive Hoarding and the Meaning of Things

I just now read this great post from years ago on this subreddit! https://www.reddit.com/r/hoarding/comments/2yh6wh/i_have_a_hoarder_in_my_lifehelp_me_your_hoarding/ Here's the excerpt for suggested reading: "Stuff: Compulsive Hoarding and the Meaning of Things, by Skeketee and Frost. It's the best layman's introduction to compulsive hoarding that's out there right now, and can give you insight into how your loved one thinks. Digging Out: Helping Your Loved One Manage Clutter, Hoarding, and Compulsive Acquiring by Michael A. Tompkins. This book is written specifically for the spouse, family, and/or loved ones on how to deal with the hoarder in your life who won't accept that he's a hoarder. It gives you a bona-fide plan (not "tips"! A plan of action!) for communicating with your hoarder, identifying issues, working on your relationship with your hoarder, and in general coaxing your hoarder to a healthier way of doing things. If you have a parent that hoards, check out Children of Hoarders: How to Minimize Conflict, Reduce the Clutter, and Improve Your Relationship by Dr. Fugen Neziroglu. The book explores strategies for communicating with hoarder parents, and outlines practical intervention skills. It also shows readers how to let go of the personal shame and guilt associated with being the child of a hoarder. OPTIONAL - I Am Not Sick I Don't Need Help: How to Help Someone with Mental Illness Accept Treatment by Dr. Xavier Amador. While it was written with conditions like schizophrenia and manic-depression in mind, some of the information may be useful for folks trying to help their hoarders understand that they need help." I loved the entire post so you should read that for sure! Particularly this: Do a Julie6100. Best wishes!