-Hoarding Help and Resources for Extreme Clutter Situations-
​​Below are trusted organizations and support networks that provide education, tools, and community for individuals and families affected by clutter and hoarding challenges.
Educational & Mental Health Resources:
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American Psychiatric Association (APA) – Clear, clinical explanation of hoarding disorder straight from the APA.
https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/hoarding-disorder
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National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) – Provides information on related conditions like OCD, which sometimes overlap with hoarding.
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/obsessive-compulsive-disorder-ocd
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International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) – Dedicated hub of information, research, and resources specifically for hoarding and extreme clutter.
Practical Support & Safety:
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Clutterers Anonymous – A 12-step fellowship program for people who struggle with clutter.
https://clutterersanonymous.org/
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National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) – Safety tips for hoarding and clutter, important safety info about fire risks in cluttered environments.
NFPA | The National Fire Protection Association
Community & Family Support:
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Children of Hoarders – Support and resources for people who grew up in hoarded homes.
https://www.childrenofhoarders.com/
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Help for Hoarders (UK-based, but very educational) – Resources, FAQs, and practical guidance that apply globally.
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