Hoarding disorder in non-Western cultures: A systematic review and Attachment to self, others, and objects in hoarding disorder: An empirical investigation

Arnold, Jack 2023. Hoarding disorder in non-Western cultures: A systematic review and Attachment to self, others, and objects in hoarding disorder: An empirical investigation. ClinPsy Thesis, Cardiff University. Item availability restricted.

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Abstract

Systematic Review: Hoarding disorder (HD) is present in countries across the world. The majority of research into hoarding disorder has taken place in Western cultures, but there is a lack of research into its prevalence and presentation it in non-Western cultures. The purpose of this report is to review the existing literature exploring HD in non-Western countries to identify similarities and differences in the presentation of HD across the world. A systematic search was used using online databases and identified eleven eligible studies. The studies included people who were diagnosed with HD or were assessed using a validated measure of HD. HD was reported in seven non-Western countries (Japan, China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Brazil, India, and Turkey). Types of objects hoarded, demographics, symptoms of HD, comorbidities and predictors of HD exhibited differences across cultures. Even though there are differences, it is clear that HD is a valid diagnosis in non-Western cultures, and further research is needed to explore the similarities and differences further, to establish the role that culture plays in HD. Empirical Paper: People with Hoarding Disorder (HD) show a higher level of attachment to their objects, and experience greater difficulty discarding these objects compared to healthy controls. They also are more likely to experience secure relationships which may affect their ability to form healthy relationships with others and with themselves. This study aimed to find out more about the role of the relationship to the self, relationships with others, and attachment to objects in people with HD compared to people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and those without any mental health issues (Controls). Participants completed questionnaires using online data collection software and allocated to one of the three groups (HD, OCD, or Control). The results showed that people with HD and people with OCD had more difficulties with their relationship with themselves and with others compared to the control group. People with HD were especially attached to objects compared to the other groups. However, there were no significant differences between people with HD and people with OCD when it came to their relationship with themselves or with others. These findings tell us that people with HD have a stronger attachment to objects compared to people with OCD or controls. The study helps us understand more about the role of relationships in hoarding disorder and discusses future possibilities for treatment.

Item Type:	Thesis (DClinPsy)
Date Type:	Completion
Status:	Unpublished
Schools:	Schools > Psychology
Subjects:	B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BF Psychology
Date of First Compliant Deposit:	6 February 2024
Last Modified:	06 Feb 2025 02:30
URI:	https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/166146

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