Imagine your mind as a house filled with countless rooms, each one occupied by clutter and chaos. That’s what it can feel like for those with hoarding disorder. But fear not! A team of experts from Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge, England have come to the rescue with new guidance to help diagnose this misunderstood mental health condition. With around 2% of the population affected, it’s about time we shed some light on the issue. Previously categorized under Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), hoarding disorder was officially added to the International Classification of Diseases in 2019. The expert-written guidance aims to equip doctors with the knowledge they need to accurately diagnose the condition.
But that’s not all! The brilliant minds behind the guidance are also hosting a free conference on Wednesday, 10 May in Cambridge to provide even more information to the public. It’s an opportunity for everyone to gain greater understanding and find ways to support individuals with hoarding disorder. Together, let’s bring order to this complex condition!
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New guidance may help doctors correctly diagnose hoarding disorder. Hoarding disorder affects around 2% of the population but remains a largely misunderstood mental health condition. It was only added to the International Classification of Diseases in 2019, having previously been classified under Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). The guidance is written by experts from Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge, England, who have also organised a free conference in Cambridge on Wednesday, 10 May to provide the public with more information about the condition.
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