About this episode
This episode discusses hoarding disorder, its prevalence, risks, and treatment challenges with Dr Lynne Drummond.
Hoarding disorder is often misunderstood, underdiagnosed and challenging to manage. This podcast delves into hoarding and hoarding disorder; Dr Lynne Drummond discusses the prevalence, risks and treatment challenges associated with hoarding. In this interview, we will look at the prevalence of hoarding and its overlap with other mental health disorders, what support is available to patients and their relatives, and review the current research and effective interventions available for hoarding. Disclaimer: Thank you for listening to this Royal College of Psychiatrists CPD eLearning podcast. This podcast provides information, not advice. The content in this podcast is provided for general information only and is not intended to, and does not amount to, advice that you should rely on. It is not an alternative to specific, professional advice. Although we make reasonable efforts to present accurate information in our podcasts, we make no representations, warranties or guarantees, whether expressed or implied, that the content in this podcast is accurate, complete or up to date. If you have any questions about any medical matter, you should consult your doctor or other professional…
People in this episode
Guest: Dr Lynne Drummond
Topics covered
- hoarding disorder
- mental health
- treatment challenges
Keywords
- hoarding
- prevalence
- mental health disorders
- support
- interventions
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