Help for Compulsive Acquiring, Saving, and Hoarding This fully updated edition of Buried in Treasures outlines a scientifically based, effective program for helping those with hoarding disorder dig their way out of the clutter and chaos of their homes. Written by scientists and practitioners who are leaders in studying and treating hoarding disorder, this book outlines a program of skill-building, learning to think about possessions in a different way, and gradual challenges to help people manage their clutter and their lives. Self-assessment help determine the severity of the problem, and training exercises, case examples, organizing tips, and motivation boosters help change thinking patterns and behaviors. It also provides useful information for family and friends of people who hoard, as they struggle to understand and help.
