A recent study published in the Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease explored the prevalence of hoarding disorder among individuals at risk of eviction in New York City. The research highlighted that one in five diagnosed hoarders faces eviction, significantly higher than the general population. This indicates that hoarding is more than just a personal issue; it poses broader public health concerns due to unsanitary living conditions often associated with excessive clutter. The study represented a vital examination of an overlooked demographic within the hoarding population, revealing important implications for mental health services.
A striking 22% of participants in the study were clinically determined to have hoarding disorder, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions to tackle the issue.
The study uncovered that individuals diagnosed with hoarding disorder face eviction rates five to ten times higher than the general population, highlighting a pressing public health crisis.
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