Preliminary investigation of objective and subjective experiences of relatives of individuals with hoarding behaviors.
J Clin Psychol
; 80(3): 610-624, 2024 Mar.
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ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE:
Families of individuals with hoarding symptoms report substantial burden; however, there has been no investigation of potential positive experiences. The objective of this study was to examine the experiences reported by individuals with a relative with elevated hoarding symptoms using a cross-sectional design. The current investigation expands on the literature in this area by incorporating a detailed interview of experiences in conjunction with validated measures of hoarding symptomology.METHODS:
Twenty-nine adults with relatives with elevated hoarding symptoms completed self-report measures of hoarding severity for themselves and their relative and a clinician-administered assessment of their experiences with their family member with hoarding symptoms.RESULTS:
Participants endorsed significant burden across a range of areas, including permanent changes in their daily routine. The majority (93%) of participants reported at least one positive experience, with 69% endorsing companionship as a benefit of the relationship. Greater symptom severity of the relative with hoarding symptoms was associated with greater subjective burden and decreased positive experiences.CONCLUSION:
Our results add further evidence to the potential for interpersonal psychotherapy to lead to a reduction in hoarding symptomology.Palavras-chave
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Assunto principal:
Colecionismo
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Transtorno de Acumulação
Tipo de estudo:
Diagnostic_studies
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Observational_studies
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Prevalence_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
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Adult
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Humans
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En
Revista:
J Clin Psychol
Ano de publicação:
2024
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Article