The article explores the serious impact of parental hoarding on children, using Richard’s painful memories as a case study. Richard recalls his chaotic childhood, filled with dangers and trauma associated with his mother's hoarding. Research indicates that most individuals facing hoarding issues start between the ages of 11 and 15, leading experts to advocate for earlier interventions by local authorities. Organizations like HoardingUK emphasize the necessity of supporting these children, highlighting the physical hazards and psychological implications of their environment, including potential future behavioral problems stemming directly from their upbringing in a hoarded home.
I was probably about six. I remember something sharp falling on my hand when I was under a pile of stuff.
Experts are now calling on local authorities to intervene earlier with parents who hoard.
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