My question is about Hoarders?

My brother is a terrible hoarder.
The house he lives in is a torrid mess.
I an staying w him a few days for he had a stroke. He's recouperating yet seems to think in his own reality. He's been this way, yet gotten worse. He has debts terrible I'm at a loss here.
The house he lives in is our family house we grew up in..
It's heartbreaking 💔.

Any insight would be appreciated!

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canusernamebemyusername · M

Is he on any medication? Hoarders is an OCD subtype and requires medication.

Spoiledbrat · F

He had a stroke tho. I would go room to and start with actual trash. Maybe get his opinion on what he wants to keep and why first. @canusernamebemyusername

canusernamebemyusername · M

@Spoiledbrat Fear is behind keeping a lot of stuff. If you can get rid of the fear you can get rid of more. But going through the stuff is a good start. It will also give insight into how and why he thinks which can lead to better therapy.

aradia11 · 61-69, F

@Spoiledbrat some friends came by and we did that. Got at least a clear path to walk and sit. There is sooo so much more.

Spoiledbrat · F

That’s what I was afraid of and now that’s he’s had a stroke it okay to take some matters into your hands. If you don’t, it may could be a safety hazard. But you know best. @aradia11

aradia11 · 61-69, F

@Spoiledbrat thank you doll!!